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Review
. 2023 Feb;33(2):201-206.
doi: 10.1007/s00590-021-03181-z. Epub 2022 Jan 15.

Lateral epicondylitis of the elbow: an up-to-date review of management

Abdulaziz F Ahmed  1 , Rama Rayyan  2 , Bashir A Zikria  1 , Motasem Salameh  3
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Review

Lateral epicondylitis of the elbow: an up-to-date review of management

Abdulaziz F Ahmed et al. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol. 2023 Feb.

Abstract

Lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow, is an overuse tendinopathy of the common extensor origin of the elbow in patients involved in repetitive movement of the wrist and forearm. Lateral epicondylitis is a self-limiting condition, with operative management only recommended in severe, recalcitrant cases. This article reviews the recent updates on operative and non-operative management of lateral epicondylitis.

Keywords: Arthroscopy; ECRB; Lateral epicondylitis; Tennis elbow; Treatment.

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