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Which scans are best for lateral elbow pain

30 May 2023 · 2 min read

Which scans are best for lateral elbow pain

When it comes to radiological tests for lateral elbow pain (lateral epicondylitis or tennis elbow), both ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can provide valuable information

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Tennis elbow in golfers!!

16 May 2023 · 3 min read

Tennis elbow in golfers!!

Untitled design 8 Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a condition that affects the outer part of the elbow and is characterized by pain and tenderness. Interestingly,

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Ulnar nerve entrapment

23 July 2020 · 8 min read

Ulnar nerve entrapment

WHAT IS ULNAR NERVE ENTRAPMENT? Ulnar nerve entrapment or impingement is a disorder that involves physical compression of the ulnar nerve (Cutts, 2007). Entrapment of the ulnar nerve ca

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Elbow Bursitis

12 August 2019 · 1 min read

Elbow Bursitis

BURSITIS Often due to excessive leaning on the joint or a direct blow or fall onto the tip of the elbow. A lump can often be seen and the elbow is painful at the back of the joint. SIGN

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Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylalgia)

4 August 2017 · 10 min read

Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylalgia)

WHAT IS IT? Lateral epicondyle tendinopathy (LET), more commonly known as tennis elbow, is a condition affecting the wrist extensor tendons that attach into the lateral aspect of the el

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Elbow Pain

15 December 2015 · 3 min read

Elbow Pain

Please find below a list of common elbow syndromes. Interesting facts: • Over 1.3% of the general population suffer with elbow pain • More than 15% of these are amongst activity specifi

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Role of elbow braces

Physica injury resource · 2 min read

Role of elbow braces

Elbow straps play a significant role in managing lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow. These straps are designed to provide compression and support to the affected area, re

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Elbow pain – tennis and golf grip

Physica injury resource · 2 min read

Elbow pain – tennis and golf grip

Making changes to the tennis and golf grip can be beneficial in managing lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) and reducing strain on the affected elbow. Here are some recommended grip m

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Role of PRP or cortisone injections in elbow pain

Physica injury resource · 2 min read

Role of PRP or cortisone injections in elbow pain

Plasma Rich Platelet (PRP) Injections vs. Cortisone Injections for Lateral Epicondylitis: Understanding the Differences and Considerations When it comes to treating lateral epicondyliti

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Radial nerve and lateral elbow pain

Physica injury resource · 2 min read

Radial nerve and lateral elbow pain

The radial nerve plays a significant role in lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow. Lateral epicondylitis is a condition characterized by inflammation or degeneration of the

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Work place changes and lateral elbow pain

Physica injury resource · 2 min read

Work place changes and lateral elbow pain

Making appropriate modifications to the work environment and adjusting certain work practices can help reduce the strain on the affected elbow and promote recovery. Here are some recomm

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