Elbow tendinopathy

Corticosteroid injections for lateral epicondylopathy are more effective than NSAIDs in the acute phase of epicondylosis but do not change long-term outcomes of pain.

Studies of extracorporeal shock wave therapy have demonstrated mixed benefit for lateral elbow pain.

Orthotics commonly are used, although no definitive conclusions concerning their effectiveness can be drawn from existing clinical trials.

Patellar tendinopathy

Eccentric exercise is recommended to reduce symptoms, increase strength, and promote tendon healing.

Deep transverse friction massage is recommended to reduce pain.

Corticosteroid iontophoresis is effective for treatment of patellar tendinosus pain and function.