Corticosteroids for tennis elbow

References

Citations

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  2. Smidt N, et al. (2002). Corticosteroid injections, physiotherapy, or a wait-and-see policy for lateral epicondylitis: A randomised controlled trial. Lancet, 359(9307): 657–662.

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Author: Monica RhodesLast Updated: February 14, 2007
Medical Review: Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
David Pichora, MD, FRCSC - Orthopedic Surgery

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