Home Exercises for Tennis and Golfer's Elbow.

The essential exercises for a home rehabilitation program for tennis or golfer's elbow include stretching and strengthening (figure 1) to improve flexibility and range of motion, and to reduce forces on the affected tendon. Slow, passive stretching exercises and gentle strengthening exercises can be started right away.

How I Manage Tennis and Golfer's Elbow.

Lateral and medial epicondylitis are common in sports and work activities that require repetitive gripping or exert acute forces on the forearm. Left untreated, epicondylitis may interfere with daily activities. Most patients respond to early conservative treatment consisting of activity modification, ice, anti-inflammatory medications, and rehabilitation exercises.

How I Manage Athlete's Foot.

Athlete's foot, or tinea pedis, is a fungal infection that commonly affects active individuals. Intense itching is the primary symptom. Rash distribution, degree of redness, type of scaling, and presence of vesicles can distinguish athlete's foot from inflammatory conditions, but there is much overlap in presentation.

Practical Management of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Carpal tunnel syndrome can result from occupational or recreational overuse. Cycling, rowing, and weight lifting are examples of sports that can provoke or exacerbate the syndrome. A detailed sensory examination, motor testing, and provocative tests such as Phalen's maneuver are essential.