Treatment Of Lateral Epicondylitis With Pulsed Radiofrequency: Comparative Study Of Two Procedures

Novel Ultrasound-Guided Radiofrequency Ablation of the Epicondylar Branch of the Posterior Cutaneous Nerve of the Forearm for Recalcitrant Lateral Epicondylosis

“…Lateral epicondylosis (LE) is a common musculoskeletal condition. LE is a chronic tendinopathy of the common extensor tendon (the major attachment point for extensor muscles of the forearm originating at the lateral humeral epicondyle) characterized by the chronic degeneration of the tendon tissue and the development of disorganized collagen fibers with or without the infiltration of neovascularization and pain fibers [ 1 , 2 ]. The worldwide prevalence of LE is estimated to impact 1-3% of the general population [ 3 ].…”

“…The common complaint of patients afflicted with LE is the persistent pain over the lateral epicondyle region worsened by gripping, wrist extension, and direct pressure. Although most LE is commonly self-limiting (6-9 months duration), some do not respond to treatment and become recalcitrant, and symptoms can persist for 18 months to two years and in some cases even longer [ 2 , 4 ]. The term "chronic lateral epicondylitis" is also commonly used in the literature though it does not accurately reflect the presence of tendinopathy.…”