Br J Sports Med. Published Online First: 6 July 2007. doi:10.1136/bjsm.2007.036723
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Lateral Epicondylitis in Tennis: Update on Aetiology, Biomechanics and Treatment
1 University Hospital Antwerp, Belgium
* To whom correspondence should be addressed. E-mail: thomasdesmedt1{at}yahoo.com.
Accepted 18 June 2007
Abstract
Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is the most frequent type of myotendinosis, and can be responsible for substantial pain and loss of function of the affected limb. Tennis biomechanics, player characteristics and equipment are important in preventing the condition. This article presents an overview of the current knowledge on lateral epicondylitis, and focuses on treatment strategies. Conservative and surgical treatment options are discussed, and recent techniques are outlined.
Key Words: lateral epicondylitis, tennis, tennis elbow
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