Elbow disorders - Tennis elbow, Golfer's elbow, Olecranon bursitis

Question 1

Elbow exam

Look feel move

Answer 1

Question 2

Epicondylitis

Special test

Answer 2

Question 3

Lateral epicondylitis

Pathogenesis
SS

Answer 3

Question 4

Tennis elbow

Clinical presentation

Answer 4

Question 5

Tennis elbow

Ddx

Answer 5

Question 6

Tennis elbow

Dx
Mx

Answer 6

Question 7

Medial epicondylitis

Pathogenesis

Answer 7

Question 8

Golfer’s elbow

Clinical presentation

Answer 8

Question 9

Golfer elbow

Mx

Answer 9

• Rest: Avoid activities that exacerbate the pain.
• Ice Therapy: Apply ice packs for 15-20 minutes every few hours to reduce inflammation.
• NSAIDs: Use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g., ibuprofen or naproxen) for pain relief and inflammation control.
• Stretching and Strengthening Exercises: Begin a guided program focusing on wrist flexor stretching and strengthening exercises once acute pain diminishes.
• Bracing: Use a forearm brace or a counterforce brace to reduce strain on the elbow during activities.
• Physical Therapy: Consider referral to a physical therapist for tailored stretching and strengthening programs.
• Corticosteroid Injections: In cases of persistent pain, a corticosteroid injection may be considered to reduce inflammation.
• Surgery: If conservative management fails after 6-12 months, surgical options may be explored to remove degenerated tissue or repair tendons.

Question 10

Olecranon bursitis

Clinical presentation
Mx

Answer 10