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'''Epicondylitis''' is a type of [[musculoskeletal disorder]] that refers to an [[inflammation]] of an [[epicondyle]]. It is caused by repetitive motion. In athletes, it is linked to poor technique.<ref>{{cite book |title=Orthopaedic Rehabilitation of the Athlete |date=2015 |publisher=Elsevier |pages=451-493}}</ref> Nonsurgical treatment is effective in approximately 95% of cases.<ref>{{cite book |title=Rosen's Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice |date=2018 |publisher=Elsevier |pages=1392-1401 |edition=9}}</ref> |
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'''Epicondylitis''' is a type of [[musculoskeletal disorder]] that refers to an [[inflammation]] of an [[epicondyle]]. |
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Types include: |
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* Lateral epicondylitis, also known as [[tennis elbow]]. |
* Lateral epicondylitis, also known as [[tennis elbow]]. |
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* Medial epicondylitis, also known as [[golfer's elbow]] (Also thrower's elbow). |
* Medial epicondylitis, also known as [[golfer's elbow]] (Also thrower's elbow). |
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Revision as of 15:21, 25 March 2019
Epicondylitis is a type of musculoskeletal disorder that refers to an inflammation of an epicondyle. It is caused by repetitive motion. In athletes, it is linked to poor technique.[1] Nonsurgical treatment is effective in approximately 95% of cases.[2]
Types include:
- Lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow.
- Medial epicondylitis, also known as golfer's elbow (Also thrower's elbow).
References