Vol. 10, Issue 4 (2024)
Comparative study to assess effectiveness of local corticosteroid injection therapy v/s low intensity ultrasound therapy in treating refractory lateral epicondylitis
Dr. Swapnil Ranglani, Dr. Paresh Patil and Dr. Ismail Pandoor
This study compares the effectiveness of local corticosteroid injection therapy and low-intensity ultrasound therapy (LIUST) in treating refractory lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow. A total of 52 patients were divided into two groups, receiving either corticosteroid injections or LIUST. Patients were assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and the Patient-Rated Tennis Elbow Evaluation (PRTEE) at 2, 6, and 12 weeks post-treatment. Results indicated that while both treatments provided significant improvements, LIUST showed a more sustained benefit in reducing pain and improving function. The study concludes that LIUST is a safer and more effective long-term treatment option compared to corticosteroid injections, which provide quicker but short-lived relief.
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