Medial Epicondylitis (golfers elbow) Flashcards
1
Q
where is the pain
A
medial elbow
2
Q
what is the medial epicondyle the site of
A
origin of the wrist flexors
3
Q
what causes the pain
A
repetitive stress at muscular tendon junction
4
Q
what is an examination test
A
pain on wrist flexion and pronation
5
Q
what is treatment
A
self limiting
rest, physio, injection, orthotics, surgery, modification of activity
6
Q
why should injection be avoided
A
might hit ulnar nerve
7
Q
what tests might be needed if ulnar nerve involvement
A
US, MRI, nerve conduction study
