ABSTRACT
Lateral epicondylitis is a commonly seen elbow pain. It is associated with the forearm and wrist twisting, such as using a screwdriver or playing tennis, so it is commonly called “tennis elbow”. People in middle age present with it more often due to the overuse and degeneration of the elbow tendons. The radial collateral ligament extends from the lateral epicondyle and attaches to the annular ligament of the radius. Elbow pain is the main complaint, and the dominant arm is often affected, but it can occur on both arms. The location is at the anterior and distal from the lateral epicondyle of the elbow. There is usually a history of overuse or a direct blow to the elbow. It is stabbing pain, and the pain radiates to the forearm and the wrist. Dull pain in the elbow, the forearm is difficult to twist, and the patient is unable to hold objects.
