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Conditions
Medial Epicondylitis
Category:
Diagnosis:
Description:
Predictors:
Humerus-Elbow
Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow)
Pain at inner elbow worsened by gripping or wrist flexion; often overuse.
Tender at medial epicondyle; pain with resisted wrist flexion/pronation; decreased grip strength.
Non-Operative
Therapy:
Light Activities:
Moderate Activities:
Relative rest; counterforce strap; eccentric forearm strengthening; stretching; activity modification.
6–12 weeks
3–6 months for heavier activity
Surgery
Surgery Probability:
Low
Indications:
Recovery to Light Activities:
Recovery to Moderate Activities:
Sucess Rates:
Complication Rates:
Persistent debilitating pain despite comprehensive care.
1–2 weeks light ADLs post‑procedure (if done)
2–3 months to moderate activity
Varies (often good with conservative care)
3–6 months for heavier activity
Predictors:
Varies (often good with conservative care)
Recurrent pain possible; low risk
Helpful Devices
Counterforce Elbow Strap
Reusable Ice Pack
TheraBand FlexBar
Wrist Brace
Vertical Ergonomic Mouse
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