What is a lateral epicondyle debridement?

The surgical treatment for tennis elbow is to clean out or remove the area of the worn out tendon (Lateral Epicondyle Debridement). This can be accomplished through a small incision on the elbow or with arthroscopic techniques using a few small incisions and a camera.

What is elbow debridement?

Arthroscopic debridement of the elbow is a minimally invasive surgical technique, commonly used to examine abnormalities of the cartilage, bones, ligaments and tendons in the elbow joint and remove damaged tissue.

How long is recovery from epicondylitis surgery?

In 3 to 6 months, the pain should go away, and you should have good movement in your elbow. You may need to do strength exercises for as long as 1 year. You will be able to return to daily activities in about 2 to 6 weeks. You can go back to work in 3 to 12 weeks, depending on your job.

What is the surgery for lateral epicondylitis?

Lateral epicondylitis has many possible causes and a number surgical options for treatment. Open ECRB release, percutaneous extensor tenotomy and arthroscopic ECRB release are currently the most preferred procedures with a success rate of 80-97% (19,20).

Is arthroscopic surgery a major surgery?

By being less invasive, the hope is there will be less pain and a faster recovery. However, arthroscopic surgery is still a major surgical procedure, involves risks, and requires appropriate postoperative rehabilitation.

Is elbow surgery painful?

You will receive general anesthesia, so that you’ll sleep through the operation and won’t feel any pain or discomfort during the procedure. (Or, you may receive a local anesthesia and a medicine to help you relax.)

Is lateral epicondylitis surgery painful?

Once you have undergone lateral epicondylitis release surgery you will experience pain, swelling and stiffness within your elbow joint.

How long does it take to get range of motion back after elbow surgery?

When a physical therapy program is planned early on, mobility can significantly improve—with use of the new elbow—as soon as 12 weeks after surgery. Although full recovery can take up to a year, the process is generally much more effective when physical therapy is a consistent part of therapy.

Can lateral epicondylitis be cured?

Tennis elbow will get better without treatment (known as a self-limiting condition). Tennis elbow usually lasts between 6 months and 2 years, with most people (90%) making a full recovery within a year. The most important thing to do is to rest your injured arm and stop doing the activity that caused the problem.

Is lateral epicondylitis serious?

When Should Someone Seek Medical Care for Tennis Elbow? Tennis elbow does not usually lead to serious problems. If the condition continues and is left untreated, however, loss of motion or loss of function of the elbow and forearm can develop.