Lateral epicondylitis
Surgery is an outpatient procedure and performed under general anesthetic, and takes 45-60 minutes.
Risk of Surgery
- Delayed incision healing
- Numbness or sensitivity of the scar
- Infection or excessive bleeding
- Recurrence or incomplete resolution
What to Expect After Surgery
- Incision and sutures
- A splint may be applied at surgery
- Swelling/bruising is common
First Post-Operative Office Check
- 10-14 days after surgery
- All dressings and sutures removed
- An elbow and wrist splint may be continued another 4-6 weeks
- Scar massage once skin incision healed
- A rehabilitation program after immobilization period, often involving a occupational therapist, helps you regain movement and strength