A 36-year-old reports pain and weakness in the elbow. MRI reveals inflammation of the tendon and the presence of microtears where it attaches to the distal humerus at the elbow joint. This condition is called:
A) periostitis.
B) muscle strain.
C) bursitis.
D) epicondylopathy.

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Epicondylopathy, often referred to as tendinopathy or tendinitis, involves inflammation and microtears of the tendons at the elbow joint, typically where they attach to the distal humerus.

A 36-Year-Old Reports Pain and Weakness in the Elbow