ElbowDiagnostic Algorithm

Diagnostic Flowchart: Elbow

Follow the algorithm step by step. Click on options to navigate through the decision tree.

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Elbow Pain Assessment

Full Algorithm Overview

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Elbow Pain Assessment

→ q_lateral
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Lateral elbow pain with gripping? Positive Cozen test?

Yes → d_tennisNo → q_medial
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Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)

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Medial elbow pain? Numbness in ring/little fingers?

Yes → q_ulnarNo → q_posterior
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Tingling in ring and little fingers? Positive Tinel at elbow?

Yes → d_cubitalNo → d_golfer
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Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

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Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer Elbow)

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Posterior elbow swelling?

Yes → d_bursitisNo → d_other_elbow
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Olecranon Bursitis

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Consider: OCD (adolescent), loose body, OA