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How soon can I drive after tennis elbow surgery?

I am a 35 year old male and I will have tennis elbow surgery. How soon can I drive after tennis elbow surgery?

2 Answers

When you are no longer taking narcotic pain medications and can turn the steering wheel at least 180 degrees with the affected arm.
You can drive gently after the operation when the pain subsides. Please do not drive while taking narcotic pain medication.