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Epitrochlear bursitis; Lateral epicondylitis; Epicondylitis - lateral
The goal of treatment is to relieve pain and swelling. Treatment may include:
To prevent the injury from happening again, a splint may be worn during activities that aggravate the condition. Or, you may need to limit certain activities. If the pain persists despite non-surgical treatments, surgery may be necessary.
Most people improve with non-surgical treatment. The majority of those who do have surgery show an improvement in symptoms.
Apply home treatment (over-the-counter anti-inflammatory analgesics and immobilization) if symptoms are mild or if you have had this disorder before and you know this is what you have.
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if this is the first time you have had these symptoms, or if home treatment does not relieve the symptoms.
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