Chiropractic Ventura on Elbow Pain Relief
Bychiropractic Ventura offers expert elbow pain relief. Here’s what you need to know about elbow joint injury: Tennis Elbow, the typical name for elbow pain beginning on the outside, or lateral side, of the elbow occurs when one or more tendons of the forearm muscles become irritated or inflamed. These tendons attach to the bony protuberance approximal to the elbow joint, called the lateral epicondyle, ergo the medical name, “lateral epicondylitis,” signifying inflammation of the epicondyle. When the inflammation occurs on the inside, or medial side, of the elbow, the condition is often called “Golfer’s Elbow” or medical epicondylitis. Golfer’s Elbow, however, is not as prevalent as Tennis Elbow.
Tennis and golf are not the only activities that may cause epicondylitis. Any activity that demands repetitive gripping of objects can bring about the problem. Some individuals develop “tennis” or “golfer’s” elbow from other activities such as prolonged carrying of heavy bags, knitting, chopping food, and/or computer work using improper wrist and arm posture. Using inappropriate techniques when initiating any sport, testing out new rackets or clubs, or adding to the intensity or duration of an activity or exercise can also cause the condition.
Epicondylitis can occasionally begin farther up the arm or even in the neck. The nerves that give movement to the forearm muscles may become irritated because of a disc condition or spinal subluxation, thereby producing tense muscles and putting marked strain on the tendon attachment(s). When this happens, it predisposes a person to elbow pain from any of the above-mentioned causes. Complications such as further subluxations and arthritis can arise if the problem is left untreated. Assessment and treatment by a qualified chiropractor, such as your Ventura Chiropractor can remedy the affliction and assisting in avoiding future complications.
