Poenaru, D.; Sandulescu, M.I.; Potcovaru, C.-G.; Cinteza, D. Botulinum Toxin in Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis, from Tendon to Muscle Approach—A Review. Life2024, 14, 528.
Poenaru, D.; Sandulescu, M.I.; Potcovaru, C.-G.; Cinteza, D. Botulinum Toxin in Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis, from Tendon to Muscle Approach—A Review. Life 2024, 14, 528.
Poenaru, D.; Sandulescu, M.I.; Potcovaru, C.-G.; Cinteza, D. Botulinum Toxin in Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis, from Tendon to Muscle Approach—A Review. Life2024, 14, 528.
Poenaru, D.; Sandulescu, M.I.; Potcovaru, C.-G.; Cinteza, D. Botulinum Toxin in Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis, from Tendon to Muscle Approach—A Review. Life 2024, 14, 528.
Abstract
Background: Chronic lateral epicondylitis challenges the therapeutical approach; underlying mechanisms are incompletely understood; neuropathic pain and central and peripheral sensitization may explain the fact that botulinum toxin was found to play a role in pain and function management. Methods: We searched the literature for MeSH terms: lateral epicondylitis or synonyms and botulinum toxin. Results: We found 14 papers containing trials on botulinum toxin injection into the tendon or into the extensor muscles (particularly extensor carpi radialis brevis and extensor communis digitorum). We followed the administration pathways, doses, timing and side effects. Conclusion: With chronic course, the focus of the therapy shifts from the afflicted tendon to the inserting muscles, as muscle contracture may create a vicious loop to perpetuate and aggravate the disease. Doses, timing and side effects are discussed.
Medicine and Pharmacology, Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
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