Is it possible to develop tennis elbow in both elbows
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At the same time?
Or is that proof it's not that
Or is that proof it's not that
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Why wouldn't it be?0
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Cos I don't want it to be *sighs*
But google-mojo seems to diagnose the specific pain, location and occurrence as tennis elbow and RICE for months doesn't suit my plans0 -
It's very possible. If it's weight lifting related it could be tendinitis, which would definitely happen in both elbows.0
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I had that problem during my build up to a powerlifting meet. You need to reduce volume slightly to allow the tendon strength to catch up to the muscle strength. Lower the weight and use higher reps for a while. If you feel the absolute need to do something heavy from time to time use elbow sleeves for the top reps.
I had to sleep with elbow sleeves and a heating pad. Motrin helped slightly.0 -
Looking into elbow sleeves now...cheers usmcmp0
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A week after I started a new exercise class I was sure I had tennis elbow. I freaked out after looking it up on Google thinking it wasn't going to go away for months (I had just paid $100 to sign up for that class and having tennis elbow would prevent me from doing about 80% of the exercises). But I took ibuprofen and got one of those arm bands for tennis elbow at walmart, it went away in 2 days.0
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Just FYI... if you're taking ibuprofen, you could be masking the pain. Remember that it's an analgesic.
I think it's best to avoid NSAIDs altogether unless the pain is darned near unbearable. They tend to mask pain, and could give the illusion of healing. They also interfere with collagen formation and can thus delay healing.0 -
Thanks I'm not much of one for taking meds unless really need it so no NSAIDs yet
I've just ordered some elbow supports, should be here tomorrow, hopefully the extra support will help0 -
I had an elbow issue last year, thank you upright rows (which I no longer do). It took months for my left elbow to heal and being a klutz walking into doorways (talent) didn't help much either. I bought a McDavid elbow sleeve from Sports Authority, wore that everywhere for awhile and while training and while training I avoided any direct exercises that would piss it off and make it bitchy. I stayed clear of dumbbell rows, pull-ups, anything that might honk it off, but was I still able to train the major lifts with the exception of OHP -- except you have it in both, extra sucky.
Now if the tendentious in my shoulder would FOAD, I'd be happy camper.0 -
Just FYI... if you're taking ibuprofen, you could be masking the pain. Remember that it's an analgesic.
I think it's best to avoid NSAIDs altogether unless the pain is darned near unbearable. They tend to mask pain, and could give the illusion of healing. They also interfere with collagen formation and can thus delay healing.
I only took it 3 times in two days. I am a cna and it's very hard to do my job when I can barely move my right arm. It was over a week ago and the pain hasn't come back. Thanks for the info though
My post wasn't really to tell op what to do for the pain. Just to say it may not be as serious as tennis elbow.0 -
nakedraygun wrote: »I had an elbow issue last year, thank you upright rows (which I no longer do). It took months for my left elbow to heal and being a klutz walking into doorways (talent) didn't help much either. I bought a McDavid elbow sleeve from Sports Authority, wore that everywhere for awhile and while training and while training I avoided any direct exercises that would piss it off and make it bitchy. I stayed clear of dumbbell rows, pull-ups, anything that might honk it off, but was I still able to train the major lifts with the exception of OHP -- except you have it in both, extra sucky.
Now if the tendentious in my shoulder would FOAD, I'd be happy camper.
FOAD is exactly the feelinglindathom209 wrote: »Just FYI... if you're taking ibuprofen, you could be masking the pain. Remember that it's an analgesic.
I think it's best to avoid NSAIDs altogether unless the pain is darned near unbearable. They tend to mask pain, and could give the illusion of healing. They also interfere with collagen formation and can thus delay healing.
I only took it 3 times in two days. I am a cna and it's very hard to do my job when I can barely move my right arm. It was over a week ago and the pain hasn't come back. Thanks for the info though
My post wasn't really to tell op what to do for the pain. Just to say it may not be as serious as tennis elbow.
It was good advice, thanks0 -
I have golfer's elbow in both elbows so I feel your pain (literally). Elbow sleeves are a great suggestion that have already been mentioned. Compression cuffs have been fantastic as well. Exercise modification/elimination was critical to my (mostly) recovery too. I switched to a lot of neutral-grip movements which helped a lot. It's been probably 8-9 months and I'm 90% better now.0
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Desperate for them to arrive now, being unable to lift and pour a boiled kettle for morning coffee without pain is a huge danger sign for everyone I live with
Could you explain neutral grip movements please?0 -
Desperate for them to arrive now, being unable to lift and pour a boiled kettle for morning coffee without pain is a huge danger sign for everyone I live with
Could you explain neutral grip movements please?
1. Use dumbbells (or, I think, a cable machine with the right attachments) instead of a barbell to allow a more natural range of motion for your shoulders and elbows (the bar kind of 'traps' them in one ROM).
2. Hold the dumbbells so your palms are facing each other. Like so.
I'm familiar with this as a shoulder rehab/prehab technique. Never thought about its benefits for the elbow before, but it makes sense.0 -
I did get carpel tunnel in both my wrists at the same time if that helps. Hope your soon on the mend.0
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I had overlapping tennis elbow. I developed it in my right elbow about the time I got over it in my left one. I imagine that it was due to overcompensating. I'm just about recovered now, but it was so much more difficult dealing with it in my dominant arm the second time around.0
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nakedraygun wrote: »I had an elbow issue last year, thank you upright rows (which I no longer do). It took months for my left elbow to heal and being a klutz walking into doorways (talent) didn't help much either. I bought a McDavid elbow sleeve from Sports Authority, wore that everywhere for awhile and while training and while training I avoided any direct exercises that would piss it off and make it bitchy. I stayed clear of dumbbell rows, pull-ups, anything that might honk it off, but was I still able to train the major lifts with the exception of OHP -- except you have it in both, extra sucky.
Now if the tendentious in my shoulder would FOAD, I'd be happy camper.
FOAD is exactly the feelinglindathom209 wrote: »Just FYI... if you're taking ibuprofen, you could be masking the pain. Remember that it's an analgesic.
I think it's best to avoid NSAIDs altogether unless the pain is darned near unbearable. They tend to mask pain, and could give the illusion of healing. They also interfere with collagen formation and can thus delay healing.
I only took it 3 times in two days. I am a cna and it's very hard to do my job when I can barely move my right arm. It was over a week ago and the pain hasn't come back. Thanks for the info though
My post wasn't really to tell op what to do for the pain. Just to say it may not be as serious as tennis elbow.
It was good advice, thanks
I have tendonitis in my shoulder too. Any suggestions on how to modify my weight lifting would be greatly appreciated. I started using nautilus machines about 6 weeks ago and now the pain in my left shoulder just sort of came out of no where. It is an 8 out of 10 some evenings. I stopped any lifting and ice. I have used anti-inflammatories but I am not a fan of them. I was wondering how long I should wait to get back into using the machines. Thanks and good luck with the elbow.
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MindyBruno wrote: »I have tendonitis in my shoulder too. Any suggestions on how to modify my weight lifting would be greatly appreciated. I started using nautilus machines about 6 weeks ago and now the pain in my left shoulder just sort of came out of no where. It is an 8 out of 10 some evenings. I stopped any lifting and ice. I have used anti-inflammatories but I am not a fan of them. I was wondering how long I should wait to get back into using the machines.
Wait until the exercises cause no pain.
Shoulders are very complex, so there's no 1-size-fits-all solution. Best thing is to ask a medical professional (sports doctor, physical therapist, etc) who is familiar with your medical history.
Personally i'd use freeweights, since machines force the body into unnatural paths of motion.
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Yes. I have both tennis and golfers elbow in both elbows from lots of years of lifting.At the same time?
Or is that proof it's not that
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To still keep working out:
Keep elbows close to the body on row and pressing movements. Use a neutral grip. If you can, don't grip too hard.
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Cherimoose wrote: »MindyBruno wrote: »I have tendonitis in my shoulder too. Any suggestions on how to modify my weight lifting would be greatly appreciated. I started using nautilus machines about 6 weeks ago and now the pain in my left shoulder just sort of came out of no where. It is an 8 out of 10 some evenings. I stopped any lifting and ice. I have used anti-inflammatories but I am not a fan of them. I was wondering how long I should wait to get back into using the machines.
Wait until the exercises cause no pain.
Shoulders are very complex, so there's no 1-size-fits-all solution. Best thing is to ask a medical professional (sports doctor, physical therapist, etc) who is familiar with your medical history.
Personally i'd use freeweights, since machines force the body into unnatural paths of motion.
Thanks, I guess I need to research some freeweight exercises while I am resting my shoulder. I have visited the doctor but wasn't given any specific time frame.
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As someone with multiple chronic tendon injuries, I disagree with most of the above advice. Let it rest, see a physiotherapist, and do only those exercises until the pain resolves. Standard treatment for elbow tendinopathy is physio (including shockwave treatment), bracing, and cortisone shots, which if I were you, I'd do my best to avoid. See tendinosis.org for general information & other approaches to treatment.
But basically, tendons just take a looong time to heal.0 -
As someone with multiple chronic tendon injuries, I disagree with most of the above advice. Let it rest, see a physiotherapist, and do only those exercises until the pain resolves. Standard treatment for elbow tendinopathy is physio (including shockwave treatment), bracing, and cortisone shots, which if I were you, I'd do my best to avoid. See tendinosis.org for general information & other approaches to treatment.
But basically, tendons just take a looong time to heal.
"Most" of the advice given stated not to do anything that aggravated the problem, so I fail to see how you're disagreeing with the majority.0
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