Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Debridement (PRP Injection)

Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Debridement (PRP Injection)

Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Debridement (PRP Injection) in Wayne & Paramus, NJ

Platelet-rich plasma or PRP injections involve injecting the patient’s own platelets at a high concentration into the site of the tendon injury to promote further healing.

PRP injection

Some patients have persistent lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) despite conservative management. In these cases, further treatment is indicated. Platelet-rich plasma or PRP injections involve injecting the patient’s own platelets at a high concentration into the site of the tendon injury to promote further healing. This treatment may be a good initial option prior to pursuing a more invasive surgical intervention. PRP injections are less invasive and can be done in the office. It is important to keep in mind that it may take several rounds of injections for patients to notice an improvement in their symptoms.

Extensor carpi radialis brevis debridement

When other treatment options are unsuccessful, surgical intervention is indicated. This usually involves debridement of the contributing ECRB tendon. The tendon debridement may be done with a small incision directly over the area or arthroscopically with a camera introduced into the elbow joint. In either case, the ECRB tendon is identified and debrided (devitalized or frayed tissue is removed) to promote healing and decrease pain. The patient is usually placed in a soft dressing postoperatively and begins elbow range of motion right away. The patient is usually able to return to most activities within three to four weeks.