Elbow Pain Flashcards
(13 cards)
What is Lateral Epicondylitis also known as?
Tennis elbow
Lateral Epicondylitis is commonly referred to as Tennis elbow due to its association with racquet sports.
What are the features of Lateral Epicondylitis?
Pain and tenderness over the lateral epicondyle, with pain on wrist extension and forearm supination
Symptoms often worsen with activities that involve gripping or lifting.
What is the management of Lateral Epicondylitis?
NSAIDs and Paracetamol
Management may also include physical therapy and corticosteroid injections.
What is Medial Epicondylitis also known as?
Golfer’s elbow
Medial Epicondylitis is commonly referred to as Golfer’s elbow due to its occurrence in golfing activities.
What are the features of Medial Epicondylitis?
Pain and tenderness over the medial epicondyle, with pain on wrist flexion and forearm pronation. May also have Ulnar nerve involvement (paresthesia of 4th and 5th fingers)
Symptoms may include weakness in grip strength.
What is a good differential for Medial Epicondylitis?
Cubital tunnel syndrome
Cubital tunnel syndrome can present with similar symptoms, particularly ulnar nerve involvement.
What is a good differential for Lateral Epicondylitis?
Radial tunnel syndrome
Radial tunnel syndrome may mimic symptoms of Lateral Epicondylitis but has distinct pain locations.
What are the features of Cubital Tunnel Syndrome?
Compression of ulnar nerve, hence paresthesia of 4th and 5th fingers. May be worse on resting on firm surfaces
Symptoms can include tingling and weakness in the hand.
What are the features of Radial Tunnel Syndrome?
Pain 4-5cm distal to the lateral epicondyle, pain worse on extension and pronation
The pain is often confused with Lateral Epicondylitis but is located more distally.
What is Olecranon Bursitis?
Inflammation of the Olecranon Bursae, may have swelling over the elbow and pain when bursa compressed
This condition can be caused by repetitive trauma or prolonged pressure on the elbow.
What is the management of Olecranon Bursitis?
Elbow pads, changing activity, oral NSAIDs, surgical drainage if infected
Management aims to relieve symptoms and prevent recurrence.
What may be other differentials for Elbow Pain?
Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, septic arthritis, reactive arthritis, cellulitis
These conditions can lead to elbow pain and require different management strategies.
In lateral and medial epicondylitis, what movements make the pain worse?
Lateral epicondylitis -> extension and supination
Medial epicondylitis -> flexion and pronation
