TENNIS ELBOW. CLINICAL MANAGEMENT

- Brings together the current knowledge of the causes, diagnosis and
treatment of tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Explores and offers detailed descriptions of both surgical and nonsurgical
management options, from injection therapy to denervation
- Covers outcomes, rehabilitation and return-to-play, as well as
techniques for dealing with complications and revision surgery

Bringing together the current knowledge and evidence about the causes and
management of tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, the diagnosis and various treatment
options for this common sports injury are presented in detail. Generally attributed
to overexertion or repetitive motion of the elbow joint, tennis elbow causes pain,
tenderness and stiffness in the elbow and wrist even in non-athletic, day-to-day activities,
such as lifting and pulling. Beginning with its etiology, subsequent chapters explore
both conservative and surgical treatments, from physical therapy, joint injections and
acupuncture to arthroscopy, open surgery and denervation. Outcomes, rehabilitation
and return to play are also discussed, as are techniques and indications for handling
complications and revision surgery. Ideal for orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine
practitioners, Tennis Elbow: Clinical Management is a practical reference for any clinician
treating athletes or active patients.

Author
Jennifer Moriatis Wolf, MD, Associate Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, New England Musculoskeletal Institute, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, CT, USA.

Contents
1.Tennis Elbow: Definition, Causes, Epidemiology
2.Tennis Elbow in Athletes: More Than Just Tennis?
3.Natural History and Common Misconceptions: Treatment with Education and Empathy
4.Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis—New Perspectives on Injection Strategies and Ultrasound Evaluation
5.Medical Management: Role of NSAIDs/Topical Medications
6.Role of Therapy and Rehabilitation
7.Steroid Injections
8.Tennis Elbow: Blood and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
9.Alternative Treatments for Tennis Elbow: Acupuncture, Prolotherapy, and Shock Wave Lithotripsy
10.Orthotic Use in the Management of Epicondylitis: What is the Evidence?
11.Mini-open Surgery for Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tendinosis)
12.Arthroscopic Treatment of Lateral Epicondylitis
13.Denervation of the Humeral Epicondyles
14.Outcomes of Treatment and Return to Play: The Evidence
15.Tennis Elbow: Complications of Surgical Treatment and Salvage Procedures for Failed Surgery