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Tennis elbow is an inflammation, soreness, or pain on the outside (lateral) side of the upper arm near the elbow. There may be a partial tear of the tendon fibers, which connect muscle to bone, at or near their point of... |
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Symptoms
Elbow pain that gradually worsens; Pain radiating from the outside of the elbow to the forearm and back of the hand w...
Causes
This injury is due to repeated motions of the wrist or forearm. The injury is typically associated with tennis playin...
Tests
The diagnosis is made by clinical signs and symptoms, since x-rays are usually normal. Often there will be pain or te...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to relieve pain and swelling. Treatment may include: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicati...
Complications
Recurrence of the injury with overuse; Rupture of the tendon with repeated steroid injections; Failure to improve wit...
Prevention
Maintain good strength and flexibility in the arm muscles or avoid repetitive motions. Rest the elbow when flexion an...
Doctor Specialties
Apply home treatment (over-the-counter anti-inflammatory analgesics and immobilization) if symptoms are mild or if yo...
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