S/P Arthroscopic ECRB Release

Definition:
Release of the extensor carpi radialis brevis and debridement of degenerative tissue is performed to decrease lateral elbow pain in chronic lateral epicondylitis
Symptoms:
  • Pain in the lateral elbow
  • Weakness in the forearm
  • Loss of ROM in the elbow
  • Stiffness in the elbow
  • Pain with gripping
Causes:
  • Chronic lateral epicondylitis
Treatment:
  • Period of immobilization in a splint
  • Elbow passive ROM, then progress to active ROM
  • Stretching forearm muscles
  • Hand intrinsic muscle strengthening
  • Upper extremity strengthening