Elbow Pain
Elbow injuries or chronic elbow problems from overuse can affect more
than just the elbow joint. Elbow problems can adversely affect grip
strength too. Even shaking hands can be painful. Elbow pain can extend
up to the shoulder and down to the wrist. Many elbow problems caused by
inflammation to the tendons will also worsen with turning forces; In
fact, a common way to acquire or to worsen tennis elbow (also known as
lateral epicondylitis) is to perform repetitive screwdriver-like
activities with the sore arm.
Frequent application of ice packs usually works well to reduce
inflammation around the elbow joint. Care must be taken when using ice,
since the lack of tissue makes the elbow vulnerable to frostbite (cold
damage.) For this reason, it is best to limit the time an ice bag is on
to 10-minutes or less and not to reapply the ice until 10-15 minutes
after removal. It is important to be especially careful and protect the
sides of the elbow.
Your chiropractor can also examine your elbow to help determine the
nature of the condition. Diagnostic tools such as x-rays may reveal
early calcification of the tendons around the joint, which may be one
reason why the problem keeps recurring. With proper therapy such as
joint manipulation, ultrasound (which can help reduce inflammation and
breakdown calcified deposits) and other therapeutic measures, your
condition may be markedly improved.
Other treatments for elbow problems include protective bracing and
nutritional supplements like bromelain (an enzyme helpful in reducing
inflammation and found in pineapples.) Your Doctor of Chiropractic can
help you get a correctly sized and fitted elbow support as well as
recommend the correct nutritional supplements to help your elbow
condition.
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