January 2020 Research Synopsis
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Medial Epicondylopathy
Medial epicondylopathy is the most frequent cause of medial elbow pain, but is 3-10 times less common than lateral epicondylopathy. (2,12-15) It is most prevalent in the fourth and fifth decade and affects men and women fairly equally.
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Kienbock’s Disease as a Cause of Wrist Pain in Young Adults
A condition that may plague adults, particularly males in the 20-40 year age range, is avascular necrosis of the lunate. This has been termed Kienbock’s disease in reference to the doctor who first diagnosed the disease in 1910.
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Achilles Injuries and Tendinopathy
The Achilles tendon may be acutely strained or ruptured as the result of an excessive stretch or eccentric force. Consistent with other types of acute strains, Achilles tendon injuries may occur when the musculotendinous unit transitions from eccentric deceleration to concentric propulsion
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is caused by mechanical compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel. This compression causes local ischemia and results in sensory and/or motor deficits in the distribution of the median nerve.
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