What is the best approach for Lateral Epicondylagia?

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What is the best form of approach for Lateral Epicondylagia?

a) Wait and see
b) Physiotherapy
c) Corticosteroids

Answer:

Evidence indicates that at 6-12 months follow-up both wait and see, and physiotherapy yield similar results. These are significantly better than corticosteroids. During the initial period from 0-6 months things are however different….

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