Open debridement versus Tenex for tennis elbow
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to treat chronic tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). It’s meant to see which option works better for long-lasting pain that affects daily activities.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old
- Your elbow pain has been present for at least 6 months and affects daily activities
- You’ve tried other treatments for more than 3 months but they didn’t help enough
- You did not have surgery on the affected arm within the last 6 months
- You have not had the same elbow surgery before, and you have already tried basic non-surgery care (like rest, stretching, or medication/physical therapy)
Quick eligibility check
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