Word: minkoff
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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...Jeffrey Minkoff, orthopedic surgeon at the new Institute of Sports Medicine at New York City's Lenox Hill Hospital, believes that the best cure for tennis elbow is prevention. He points out that weak forearm muscles, an improper grip or a tendency to hit the ball incorrectly can all contribute to tennis elbow. He recommends exercises to strengthen arm muscles and lessons that will improve stroking and serving, thus reducing shock to the arm. In support of his treatment, he notes that professionals seldom suffer from tennis elbow;* the ailment is endemic among once-a-week players and hackers...