Investigation of the Effect of Epicondylitis Band and Wrist Orthosis

Investigation of the Effect of Epicondylitis Band and Wrist Orthosis on Extensor Muscle Activity and Upper Extremity Functions

Muscles that are frequently injured in the extensor group are extensor carpi radialis longus, extensor carpi radialis brevis, and extensor digitorum communis. Injury of these muscles is seen as lateral epicondylitis in the clinic. Physiotherapy techniques are frequently applied in the management of diseases related to forearm extensor muscles such as lateral epicondylitis. Various orthoses such as lateral epicondylitis band, wrist orthosis, dynamic extensor brace are used for this. Studies have been conducted on pain, hand function and orthosis satisfaction of different types of lateral epicondylitis orthoses, and the number of studies investigating the effects on muscle activation is insufficient.Therefore, the aim of the study is to examine the effects of different types of orthoses used for the forearm extensor group on extensor muscle activation and upper limb functions.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Between 18-45 years old
• Right upper extremity dominant
• No upper extremity limitation in activities of daily living
• Volunteer individuals

Exclusion Criteria:

• With orthopedic, neurological and rheumatological problems in the upper extremity
• Entrapment neuropathy, TOS, cervical radiculopathy, and cervical disc herniation
• History of upper extremity injury or surgery in the last 6 months