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Similar results between radiofrequency microtenotomy and arthroscopy for lateral epicondylitis
June 2018
Similar results between radiofrequency microtenotomy and arthroscopy for lateral epicondylitis
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:1
A Comparison of Radiofrequency-Based Microtenotomy and Arthroscopic Release of the Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Tendon in Recalcitrant Lateral Epicondylitis: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Study
Arthroscopy. 2018 May;34(5):1439-1446Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
55 patients with recalcitrant lateral epicondylitis were randomized to either radiofrequency microtenotomy of the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) or arthroscopic release of the ECRB tendon. Patients were followed up for results on the Mayo Elbow Performance Score (MEPS), the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) questionnaire, pain score, the range of elbow motion in flexion-ext...
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