Epitrochlear bursitis; Lateral epicondylitis; Epicondylitis - lateral
Prevention
To help prevent tennis elbow:
- Apply an ice pack to the outside of the elbow
- Maintain good strength and flexibility in the arm muscles and avoid repetitive motions
- Rest the elbow when bending and straightening are painful
References
Regan WD, Grondin PP, Morrey BF. Elbow and forearm. In: DeLee JC, Drez D Jr., Miller MD, eds. DeLee and Drez's Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier;2009:chap 19.
Schmidt MJ, Adams SL. Tendinopathy and bursitis. In: Marx JA, ed. Rosen's Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2009: chap 115.
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