Why Is Early Protection Needed Following the Diagnosis of Lateral

question 14

Multiple Choice

Why is early protection needed following the diagnosis of lateral epicondylitis?

• A) The patient is in a high degree of pain and movement worsens the pain
• B) The elbow is inflamed and movement will cause more inflammation
• C) Excessive tissue scarring and random collagen fiber alignment would limit normal motion and function of the elbow and wrist
• D) Active and passive range of motion (ROM)exercises for the elbow and wrist are needed from the splinted position

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