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Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a condition caused by overuse of the elbow, resulting in inflammation or micro tearing of the tendons that connect the forearm muscles to the outer part of the elbow. The repeated motions associated with certain activities or sports, such as tennis, can lead to this condition. However, there are several other activities that can also put you at risk.
When conservative treatments like rest, physiotherapy, and medication do not provide relief, surgical intervention may be required.
The surgical procedure that Dr. Singh performs for tennis elbow involves a small incision on the skin over the lateral epicondyle of the elbow.
The debridement procedure
Your procedure starts off with you being wheeled into the operating bay and meeting with a member of the anaesthesia team. The most common types of anaesthesia used in arthroscopic surgery are general anaesthesia (you are put to sleep) or spinal, and/or regional nerve block anaesthesia (you are awake, but your body is numb from the waist up).
The anaesthetist, with your input, will determine which type of anaesthesia will be best for you.
After the anaesthetist has administered your anaesthetic and the nerves that supply your arms and shoulder have been numbed, Dr Singh will make a small incision in the skin over the lateral epicondyle of the elbow at the top and front of the shoulder and curving along the deltoid muscle.
Once the incision is made, Dr. Singh removes any damaged or degenerative tissue in the tendon that is causing pain and inflammation using small instruments. This may involve removing bone spurs or other debris from the affected area. After the debridement is complete, Dr Singh closes the incision with stitches or surgical staples.
Postoperative care
Postoperative care may include wearing a splint or brace to immobilise your elbow and promote healing. Physiotherapy and rehabilitation exercises may also be recommended to help restore strength and mobility to the affected arm.
This surgical option is a minimally invasive and effective way to treat tennis elbow, typically taking less than an hour, with most patients able to return to their normal activities within a few weeks of the procedure.
