Elbow Injuries Flashcards
1
Q
What are the causes of lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)?
A
Overuse
Poor technique
Grip too small
Manual labour
2
Q
What are the causes of medial epicondylitis (golfer’s elbow)?
A
Overuse
Poor technique
Throwing javelin, ball, etc.
3
Q
What are the symptoms of elbow injuries?
A
Pain on palpation of epicondyle
Resisted movement
Weakness in movement
Pain radiating down forearm
4
Q
What is the treatment for elbow injuries?
A
Passive stretching Forearm brace RICE if acute Heat if chronic Eccentric loading
5
Q
What massage techniques can be used for elbow injuries?
A
Frictions Longitudinal and cross fibre STR Myofascial release MET