The Results of Operative Treatment of Tennis Elbow

Abstract

          The results of the operative treatment of tennis elbow in 12 patients (12 elbows) were assessed prospectively on the basis of the subjective outcome, pain noted during resisted extension of the hand and wrist and satisfaction of the patient. The mean age of the patients at the time of the operation was 38 years old (range, 28-46 years old). The operative procedure involved partial lateral epicondylectomy, lateral release of the common extensor origin and excision of torn and necrotic tendon fibers and then repair in all of the elbows. The patients were followed for a mean time of 30 months (range, 6-42 months) All patients had a good overall subjective outcome. The preoperative pain had resolved in 12 patients. All patients could return to work within 6 months after operation.