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Recent Journal Updates

British J Clinical PharmacologyJun 26, 2026

Analysis of interstitial lung disease in pharmacovigilance databases: Coding challenges and interpretation biases—An update

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PLOS MedicineJun 25, 2026

Association of armed conflict and global measles cases: A structural equation modeling analysis of 193 countries from 2000 to 2023

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WHO NewsJun 23, 2026

WHO urges scale up of newborn screening to improve early detection and care of birth defects

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ASES Elbow Score

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Impaired

Pain Assessment (VAS)

NoneSevere

1. Hygiene

2. Feeding with fork/spoon

3. Carrying a heavy load

4. Opening a door

5. Using a key

6. Washing back

7. Getting out of a chair

8. Pulling/Pushing

9. Sport specifics

10. Job specifics

Function Key: 3 = No difficulty • 0 = Unable. Pain and Function contribute 50/100 points each.

Guidelines & Evidence

Verified

Last Review: 2026

When to Use

Pre- and post-operative assessment of elbow pathology, including ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction, distal biceps tendon repair, and total elbow arthroplasty.

Monitoring recovery and return-to-sport progression in overhead athletes (e.g., baseball pitchers, javelin throwers) with elbow injuries.

Evaluating disability and functional limitations in patients with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow), or osteoarthritis of the elbow.

Screening for elbow dysfunction in athletes during pre-participation physical examinations, especially in throwing sports.

Assessing outcomes in clinical trials investigating surgical or conservative interventions for elbow disorders.

Key Indication - Primary Clinical Utility

The ASES Elbow score is a validated, patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) designed to quantify pain, function, and disability specific to the elbow. It is particularly useful for tracking recovery after UCL reconstruction (Tommy John surgery) and for evaluating the effectiveness of rehabilitation protocols in overhead athletes. The score combines a pain visual analog scale (VAS) and a series of functional questions, providing a composite score from 0 (worst) to 100 (best). It is recommended by the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) for standardized elbow assessment.

When Not to Use / Contraindications

Patients with cognitive impairment or language barriers that prevent reliable self-reporting.

Acute elbow trauma (e.g., fracture, dislocation) where immediate clinical assessment and imaging take precedence over patient-reported outcomes.

Isolated assessment of elbow instability without functional context; the ASES Elbow may not capture subtle instability as well as specific instability scores (e.g., the Elbow Instability Severity Index).

Use as a sole diagnostic tool; it is a measure of disability and should be interpreted alongside clinical examination and imaging.

Patients with concomitant shoulder or wrist pathology that may confound functional responses.

Last Comprehensive Review: 2026

Recent Journal Updates

British J Clinical PharmacologyJun 26, 2026

Analysis of interstitial lung disease in pharmacovigilance databases: Coding challenges and interpretation biases—An update

Clinical Context

We think this might be relevant to the clinical guidance for ASES Elbow.

PLOS MedicineJun 25, 2026

Association of armed conflict and global measles cases: A structural equation modeling analysis of 193 countries from 2000 to 2023

Clinical Context

We think this might be relevant to the clinical guidance for ASES Elbow.

WHO NewsJun 23, 2026

WHO urges scale up of newborn screening to improve early detection and care of birth defects

Clinical Context

We think this might be relevant to the clinical guidance for ASES Elbow.

ASES Elbow Score

--

Impaired

Pain Assessment (VAS)

NoneSevere

1. Hygiene

2. Feeding with fork/spoon

3. Carrying a heavy load

4. Opening a door

5. Using a key

6. Washing back

7. Getting out of a chair

8. Pulling/Pushing

9. Sport specifics

10. Job specifics

Function Key: 3 = No difficulty • 0 = Unable. Pain and Function contribute 50/100 points each.

Guidelines & Evidence

Verified

Last Review: 2026

When to Use

Pre- and post-operative assessment of elbow pathology, including ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction, distal biceps tendon repair, and total elbow arthroplasty.

Monitoring recovery and return-to-sport progression in overhead athletes (e.g., baseball pitchers, javelin throwers) with elbow injuries.

Evaluating disability and functional limitations in patients with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow), or osteoarthritis of the elbow.

Screening for elbow dysfunction in athletes during pre-participation physical examinations, especially in throwing sports.

Assessing outcomes in clinical trials investigating surgical or conservative interventions for elbow disorders.

Key Indication - Primary Clinical Utility

When Not to Use / Contraindications

Patients with cognitive impairment or language barriers that prevent reliable self-reporting.

Acute elbow trauma (e.g., fracture, dislocation) where immediate clinical assessment and imaging take precedence over patient-reported outcomes.

Use as a sole diagnostic tool; it is a measure of disability and should be interpreted alongside clinical examination and imaging.

Patients with concomitant shoulder or wrist pathology that may confound functional responses.

Last Comprehensive Review: 2026