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4–8 Weeks
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A wrist immobilization splint is applied in neutral to 10° volar flexion for 4–8 weeks for continual wear. If the symptoms persist, prolonged splinting may be necessary.
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Some patients not effectively managed with wrist splinting alone may require a static elbow splint, which secures the forearm in a neutral position with the elbow flexed at 90°.
8–12 Weeks
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As the symptoms become quiescent, progressive resistive exercise may be initiated. This may include use of the BTE, Nirschl exercise program, and theraband.
Discharge Criteria
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Patient will be able to perform ADLs without pain.
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Average number of visits—6.
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Duncan, S.F.M., Flowers, C.W. (2015). Medial Epicondylitis Nonoperative. In: Therapy of the Hand and Upper Extremity. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-14412-2_32
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