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This 12-minute educational video from Connected Rheumatology helps distinguish between tennis elbow (tendinitis) and rheumatoid arthritis. Learn how to identify whether your elbow pain is a simple tendon issue or potentially an autoimmune condition through the story of Judy, whose presumed tennis elbow led to a surprising rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis. Discover the key differences between these conditions, diagnostic tests doctors use, effective treatment approaches, and when to consult a rheumatologist. Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz, a double board-certified rheumatologist with over 15 years of experience, guides viewers through topics including rheumatoid factor testing, causes of tendinitis, diagnostic procedures for elbow tendinopathy, and treatment options. The video includes timestamps for easy navigation through sections covering the introduction, joint pain indicators, tennis elbow explanation, tendinitis causes, diagnostic approaches, distinguishing RA from tendinitis, and treatment recommendations.
