A Review of the Elbow: Common tendinopathies

Expiry Date
: 01/05/2026
CPD Units
: 3.00 Points
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This article reviews the natural history, pathogenesis, diagnostic methods and optimal treatment methods and treatment options in the tendinopathies around the elbow.

Keywords: Tennis elbow, Golfer’s elbow, tendinopathy triceps, tendinitis biceps.

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Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
In this article current evidence on the management of elbow tendinopathies is reviewed.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

  1. Types of tendinopathies around the elbow

  2. Differential diagnosis including provocative testing and clinical examination
  3. Treatment, operative and non- operative.

Instructions for this Module

  • Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
  • You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
  • The pass grade is 70%;
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