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I think I have Golfer's elbow (a version of tennis elbow but in the side of my left arm nearer my body). It may come from a combination of guitar practice and lifting ladders. However, that's not the real problem just now. I've tried topical ibuprofen and Voltarol and they seem to work to a limited extent. I've also found some exercises on line where I push against my upturned hand for 10 seconds at a time, repeat 5 times and do it 4 times a day. Not comfortable but it does seem to be doing something - until I lift something awkwardly (like a guitar case!). I cannot practice guitar for more than about 20 minutes at a time as it gets very uncomfortable.
I can't take oral anti inflamatories as I'm on anti coagulents (Apixaban) so is there any advice out there to speed my recovery?
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Alternating ice and heat can help too.
As always, best to get advice from a physio or other health professional if the problem persists.
Ultimately though rest is best
Something like this
I had physio with ultrasound, but I think wearing the epi-support during driving was what let it heal
Tennis/Golfer's Elbow Support with Removable Pressure Pad by NeoPhysio : Amazon.co.uk: Health & Personal Care
for tennis elbow, IIRC the bits anchored to the bone keep getting inflamed, the clamp compresses these just after where they attach and thus stop them getting strained
you need to see a physio to get it sorted, and make sure you know how to wear it, the clamp needs to be in the right place
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I have found that using a strap on the arm that changes the ‘insertion point’ and relieves the pressure on the pain area.
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but you can’t use it a lot esp if using with ibuprofen.