Which condition is characterized by pain exacerbated by forceful forearm rotation or elbow extension?

Radial tunnel syndrome is characterized by pain that can be exacerbated by forceful forearm rotation or elbow extension. This condition involves the compression of the radial nerve, typically in the radial tunnel, which is located near the lateral aspect of the elbow. Activities that require supination (rotating the forearm) or repetitive elbow extension can lead to increased pain, as they put additional strain on the structures surrounding the radial nerve.

Individuals with radial tunnel syndrome often report a deep, aching pain in the forearm, and this pain may radiate down into the wrist. The mechanism of pain during forceful rotation and extension is due to the increased tension on the nerve in conjunction with potential entrapment sites in the musculature or fascia around the elbow. Engaging in sports or activities that demand prolonged repetitions of these motions can further aggravate the symptoms.

The other conditions listed have different characteristics: carpal tunnel syndrome primarily involves numbness and tingling due to median nerve compression, medial epicondylitis is associated with pain at the medial elbow generally related to repetitive wrist flexion, and anterior interosseous syndrome relates to weakness of certain hand muscles without sensory loss due to median nerve involvement. Understanding the specific movement patterns that exacerbate pain helps in correctly