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"tennis elbow" lateral epicondylitis help

#22
Most important thing is to know what caused the issue (job (Computer, mouse)?, hobby (bass, sport)? Working with tools?). Normally the reason is repetitive motion. And then you need to pause til it gets better. If it's better there are exercises to make you more resilient (for example wringing a towel...) but don't start if it still hurts....
 
#23
Lots of good suggestions here. Another thing to consider and will help is changing your diet (plus it’s free). When combined with rest and therapy, drinking more water and cutting down on sugar and salt will help lessen the inflammation. Deep breathing and oxygenating your body helps too. I know this might sound like BS, but I’m speaking from experience. I’ve had chronic tendinitis for 20 yrs and have been pain free for years now. Injures can be difficult and depressing. The silver lining can be you learn some things about your body, and in the end can actually come back stronger. Good luck! Hang in there.
 
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I had the same issue for over a year. My doctor suggested a band but not much else. However, I found Allen Willette, Neuromuscular Therapist online, see link below. The cost wasn't too much so I thought I would give it a shot. I backed off playing somewhat and followed his procedure. I can say for after about 6 months there is a significant reduction in pain, almost completely gone, and I am back to playing on a regular basis. Can’t say it will work for everyone but it worked for me.

Good Luck!!

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InhumanResource said:
Go to an ortho and tell them what’s going on, you’ll need tests unless you have already gotten that far down the path.
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Over the years I’ve had two bouts of golfer’s elbow, and one case of tennis elbow, so brother I feel for what you are going through.

My case of tennis elbow was effecting my ability to play so I had the full medical evaluation including a neurological study to rule out a potential impingement which could result in a permanent deficit. Fortunately the test was negative.

From what I was told was this discomfort is caused by micro tears of the muscle fibers which caused the inflammation that causes the discomfort. The inflammation has two purposes, to keep you from doing anything to make matters worse. The other thing is that is happening at the same time are the healing agents sent to the area clean up these micro tears, and that can take some time. In all three cases, I woke up one morning and it was gone.

PT was useful. I found that locking my elbow them rotating the arm left to right stoping right before pain helps. If you are going to lift and try not to use your fingertips to lift. And the usual “RICE” protocol. Rest ice compression and elevation.

That said, I’m no doctor and this has been my experience and in no way saying your experience will be the same. I’m going to give a recommendation it’s to see a doc and get a proper diagnosis and the appropriate treatment plan.

Best wishes on a speedy recovery.
 
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dbsfgyd1 said:
Over the years I’ve had two bouts of golfer’s elbow, and one case of tennis elbow, so brother I feel for what you are going through.

My case of tennis elbow was effecting my ability to play so I had the full medical evaluation including a neurological study to rule out a potential impingement which could result in a permanent deficit. Fortunately the test was negative.

From what I was told was this discomfort is caused by micro tears of the muscle fibers which caused the inflammation that causes the discomfort. The inflammation has two purposes, to keep you from doing anything to make matters worse. The other thing is that is happening at the same time are the healing agents sent to the area clean up these micro tears, and that can take some time. In all three cases, I woke up one morning and it was gone.

PT was useful. I found that locking my elbow them rotating the arm left to right stoping right before pain helps. If you are going to lift and try not to use your fingertips to lift. And the usual “RICE” protocol. Rest ice compression and elevation.

That said, I’m no doctor and this has been my experience and in no way saying your experience will be the same. I’m going to give a recommendation it’s to see a doc and get a proper diagnosis and the appropriate treatment plan.

Best wishes on a speedy recovery.
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I swore I had arthritis setting in my left hand, the big knuckles on first and second finger were hurting after every gig. After X-rays they had to wire me up and test my nerves, turns out I have very early carpal tunnel and the nerves are causing the pain. A couple of modest lifestyle changes like wrist support at the computer and a brace later, my issues are pretty much gone.
 
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dbsfgyd1 said:
Over the years I’ve had two bouts of golfer’s elbow, and one case of tennis elbow, so brother I feel for what you are going through.

My case of tennis elbow was effecting my ability to play so I had the full medical evaluation including a neurological study to rule out a potential impingement which could result in a permanent deficit. Fortunately the test was negative.

From what I was told was this discomfort is caused by micro tears of the muscle fibers which caused the inflammation that causes the discomfort. The inflammation has two purposes, to keep you from doing anything to make matters worse. The other thing is that is happening at the same time are the healing agents sent to the area clean up these micro tears, and that can take some time. In all three cases, I woke up one morning and it was gone.

PT was useful. I found that locking my elbow them rotating the arm left to right stoping right before pain helps. If you are going to lift and try not to use your fingertips to lift. And the usual “RICE” protocol. Rest ice compression and elevation.

That said, I’m no doctor and this has been my experience and in no way saying your experience will be the same. I’m going to give a recommendation it’s to see a doc and get a proper diagnosis and the appropriate treatment plan.

Best wishes on a speedy recovery.
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Thanks for your reply. Appreciate the help. And especially your empathy. Helps.
 
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brandau said:
Lots of good suggestions here. Another thing to consider and will help is changing your diet (plus it’s free). When combined with rest and therapy, drinking more water and cutting down on sugar and salt will help lessen the inflammation. Deep breathing and oxygenating your body helps too. I know this might sound like BS, but I’m speaking from experience. I’ve had chronic tendinitis for 20 yrs and have been pain free for years now. Injures can be difficult and depressing. The silver lining can be you learn some things about your body, and in the end can actually come back stronger. Good luck! Hang in there.
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Thanks. Appreciate your reply.
 
#33
i got my tennis elbow from a life time of labour work and it did heal once i rode a desk for a while. point being is i reinjured it trying to be sportsy... now im back in my brace using only the most ergonomic technique and using ice on swolen days and warmth on regular days. stretching seemed to help me when i was fighting it. arm straight out, pull whole hand back like your gonna hi 5. then do it downwards, in the akward way so you feel the top of your forearm stretch, thats where i feel it the most.. stay warm and limber. never p[lay through pain
 

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