This study is comparing two different ways to treat chronic lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), which causes ongoing elbow pain. Researchers want to see if the Tenex Procedure or Open Debridement Surgical Intervention Treatment Plan is better at reducing complications and improving how your arm works. The Tenex Procedure uses a special needle and ultrasound to remove damaged tissue with local anesthesia in a doctor's office. Open Debridement is a surgery under general anesthesia where an incision is made to remove damaged tissue. You may be able to join if you are 18-70 years old, have had tennis elbow for at least 6 months, and other treatments haven't worked for over 3 months. The study aims to enroll 90 participants. The current status of this study is unclear.

Study design

This is a randomized controlled trial, meaning you have a 50% chance of receiving either treatment, like flipping a coin. It plans to enroll 90 participants.

What's involved

You will have an initial screening visit. If eligible, you will be randomized to a treatment group, then undergo your assigned procedure. You will have follow-up appointments at 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months, and complete questionnaires.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Participants will be followed for 12 months after their treatment.

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