Extra-articular arthroscopic release of lateral epicondylitis: a prospective study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Operative management of lateral epicondylitis can be managed with percutaneous, arthroscopic, or open surgical release. Extraarticular arthroscopic release is a new technique, and no study has compared its outcomes and risk profile.

Methods

A 26-patient cohort was reviewed before and after extraarticular arthroscopic release, which was performed by the senior author. The Mayo Elbow Performance Scores were used as a functional outcome score and obtained via a phone interview. Results were analyzed using a paired t-test with a statistical significance set at P < .05.

Results

Of the 26 patients, 10 were being treated under workers compensation. Preoperative Mayo Elbow Performance Score was 47.5, and the postoperative score was 90.2 with a significant di

SUBMITTER: Baraza N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10426635 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature