Lateral Epicondylitis (tennis elbow) Flashcards
1
Q
is it usually unilateral or bilateral
A
unilateral
2
Q
how often is it bilateral
A
10-20%
3
Q
where is the pain and tenderness
A
over lateral epicondyle
4
Q
what is the lateral epicondyle the site of
A
origin of extensors, attachment of forearm muscles
5
Q
what is a sign
A
hurts to open a jar
6
Q
how is it diagnosis
A
clinically and ultrasound
7
Q
how is it managed
A
rest, physio, injection of local anaesthetic, orthotics, surgical release
8
Q
what is an examination test
A
reproducible pain with resisted wrist extension with palm pronated
