Tennis elbow

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Tennis elbow

Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is characterized by radiating pain from the outside of the elbow to the wrist. The condition is caused by performing repetitive movement and, thus, irritation of the muscles and tendons associated with said movement.

Disease information
Insurance payment: 700
Department: Orthopaedy

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Main article: Symptom
Symptom Probability
Hand pain 50
Elbow pain 50
Tenderness 60
Limited arm motion 50
Pain 30
Elbow muscles damaged 100

Examinations[edit | edit source]

Main article: Examination
  • Interview
  • Physical examination
  • MRI
  • Differential diagnosis

Treatments[edit | edit source]

Main article: Treatment