Courtesy Dr Cholawish Chanlalit, Dr Ashok Shyam, Ortho TV Lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow, is one of the most frequent causes of lateral elbow pain. Despite its name, it is not primarily an inflammatory condition. Instead, it represents a degenerative tendinopathy involving the origin of the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) tendon. […]
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Posterolateral Rotatory Elbow Instability
Courtesy: Michell Ruiz MD Past President, Mexican Shoulder and ELbow Society Introduction Posterolateral Rotatory Instability (PLRI) is the most common pattern of elbow instability. Key facts: Frequently underdiagnosed. Common cause of chronic lateral elbow pain. Often develops after elbow dislocation. May be mistaken for lateral epicondylitis or chronic elbow pain syndromes. Historical Background Residual instability […]
Tennis Elbow symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA Definition • Common cause of lateral elbow pain caused by overuse of the extensor tendon origin. • Primarily involves the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) tendon. • It is a degenerative tendinosis rather than a true inflammatory condition. Pathophysiology • Repetitive wrist extension and forearm loading […]
Distal Biceps Tendon Injuries
Epidemiology Relatively uncommon (~10% of all biceps ruptures) Typically affects: Men Age 40–50 years Dominant arm Much less common than proximal (shoulder) biceps rupture Mechanism of Injury Usually a single traumatic event Classic scenario: Elbow flexed Sudden eccentric load (forced extension) Patients often report: “Pop” sensation Immediate pain Risk Factors Smoking (major risk) Anabolic […]
Tennis Elbow and ECRB
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Osteochondral Lesions of the Elbow
Courtesy: Nirav Pandya MD, Chief of Paediatric Orthopaedics, University of California at San Francico, California, USA Definition Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) of the capitellum is an injury involving the articular cartilage and subchondral bone of the capitellum. It is thought to result from: Repetitive valgus and compressive loading of the elbow Relative vascular insufficiency during skeletal […]
Elbow Arthroscopy: Setup and Portals
Introduction Elbow arthroscopy is a technically demanding procedure due to the small joint space and the close proximity of major neurovascular structures. Careful patient positioning, portal placement, and thorough knowledge of anatomy are essential for safe and effective surgery. Indications Common indications for elbow arthroscopy include: Loose bodies (free or attached) Primary osteoarthritis with […]
Elbow Pain: Causes and Treatment
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA Introduction Elbow pain is best approached anatomically. Localizing the pain to a specific region of the elbow often helps narrow the diagnosis and guide treatment. The elbow can be divided into four regions: Anterior (front) Medial (inner side) Posterior (back) Lateral (outer side) This simple […]
Tennis Elbow
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA …
Tennis Elbow Revisited
Courtesy: Christian Schoch, Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon, Pfronten, Germany
Anconeus-Sparing MIS Approach for LUCL Reconstruction
Courtesy: Prof Dr med Stefan Greiner Sportsorthopaedicum, Regensburg, Germany
International Elbow Symposium
Courtesy: Prof Lars Muller, Cologne, Germany Prof Roger vanRiet, Antwerp, Belgium Dr Paolo Arrigoni, Milan, Italy Prof Sebastian Siebenlist, Munich, Germany Moderated by Christos Koukos, EVK Mettman, Germany Under the Patronage of ESSKA and AGA
Role of Arthroscopy in Elbow pathology
Courtesy: Michelle Ruiz Suares, President Mexican Shoulder and Elbow Society, Mexico City, Mexico
Differential Diagnosis of Lateral Elbow Pain
Courtesy: Dr Michelle Ruiz Suares, President Mexico Shoulder and Elbow Society, Mexico city, Mexico Elbow Pain – Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Overview Elbow pain is a common clinical problem Causes vary widely — accurate diagnosis is essential Key Concept Pain is best classified based on: Location Classification Based on Pain Location 1. Anterior (Front) […]
OATs Procedure for an OCD Lesion of the Capitellum
Courtesy: Dan Zlotolow, Shirner’s hospital for Children, USA Repetitive load to the outside of the elbow, common in pitchers, gymnast, and wrestlers, can lead to a breakdown of the blood supply to the capitellum of the elbow joint. The capitellum is the end of the humerus bone on the lateral column, articulating with the radial […]