Assessment of Tennis Elbow Using the Marcy Wedge-Pro Device

Abstract

The Marcy Wedge-Pro (MWP), an innovative training device favored by professional tennis players, has been utilized in a comprehensive evaluation of tennis elbow—scientifically known as lateral epicondylitis. This specialized apparatus was employed specifically to gauge patients’ proficiency in performing wrist extension exercises, a movement that frequently triggers pain for individuals afflicted by this condition. Results obtained from the MWP were rigorously compared against established clinical measures and demonstrated a remarkable accuracy in identifying patients who exhibited a positive response to treatment protocols.

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