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Background
- Overuse syndrome affecting the wrist and digit flexors
- Also seen in pitchers and rock-climbers
Clinical Features
- TTP over medial epicondyle and pain w/ forced flexion and pronation of forearm/wrist
- Ulnar neuropathy may develop (given proximity of ulnar nerve to medial epicondyle)
Management
- Conservative: rest, ice, NSAIDs, immobilization (often via counterforce brace)
See Also
Source
Tintinalli