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Tennis Elbow

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.

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.
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

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