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Elbow and Forearm - Case 13 (3rd ed)
Elbow and Forearm - Case 13 (3rd ed)
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The document provides answers and explanations for two study questions related to orthopedic conditions of the elbow. <strong>Study Question #1</strong>: It addresses a patient with lateral epicondylitis (commonly known as tennis elbow) who hasn’t attempted any treatment yet. The recommended treatment from the options provided is eccentric exercises. Eccentric exercises involve tension applied to muscles as they lengthen, which can reduce tendon tension, alleviate pain, and promote healing. This type of exercise has shown benefits such as pain reduction, improved grip strength, and enhanced functionality of the hand. Research highlights that while Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a viable treatment, eccentric exercises should be the first option for someone who hasn't tried other treatments. <strong>Study Question #2</strong>: This question discusses the impact of repetitive valgus extension overload leading to medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow). The structures primarily involved in this condition are the origins of the pronator teres and flexor carpi ulnaris. Medial epicondylitis mainly affects the flexor-pronator muscle group at the medial epicondyle, involving the pronator teres and flexor carpi radialis, among others. This condition arises from stress at the musculotendinous junction causing tenosynovitis or tendinosis. The document references studies and articles to support these recommendations and findings, highlighting the current understanding and research in treating these conditions effectively.
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3rd Edition
Related Case
3rd Edition, CASE 13
Topic
Elbow and Forearm
Keywords
lateral epicondylitis
tennis elbow
eccentric exercises
medial epicondylitis
golfer's elbow
pronator teres
flexor carpi ulnaris
Platelet-Rich Plasma
valgus extension overload
musculotendinous junction
3rd Edition
3rd Edition, CASE 13
Elbow and Forearm
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