Tennis Elbow = Lateral epicondylitis
Tennis elbow occurs in the lateral side of the elbow region, but more specifically it occurs at the common extensor tendon that originates from the lateral epicondyle.
Non-inflammatory, chronic degenerative changes of the origin of the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) muscle are identified in surgical pathology specimens.
Tennis elbow occurs in the lateral side of the elbow region, but more specifically it occurs at the common extensor tendon that originates from the lateral epicondyle.
Investigation of Choice : Cozen's test
Positive if a resisted wrist extension triggers pain to the patient.
Golfer's Elbow : Medial Epicondylitis
Sir Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar suffered from "Tennis Elbow" in 2004.
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| http://www.hindu.com/mp/2006/11/25/stories/2006112501900400.htm |
He announced his retirement from ODIs today. We will miss you " Sir ".
23rd Dec 2012
23rd Dec 2012
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