Medial epicondylitis

Common extensor tendon inflammation at the medial epicondyle.

Cause

Repeated strain

Clinical features

Elbow pain medially

Tenderness over the medial epicondyle and lateral elbow

Medial elbow pain on resisted wrist pronation

Investigation

Ultrasound elbow

Management

Rest/ Avoid triggering movements

NSAIDs- Ibuprofen

Steroid injection

Rarely surgery is needed