Elbow pain from tennis and baseball are common injuries seen in athletes. This is especially true for pitchers who throw a lot of tennis players who like to slide across the court. Here's what you need to know about elbow pain from tennis and baseball and treatment options.
Tennis or baseball elbow pain is something every athlete knows. While the name of the injury varies depending on your sport, it can be treated with a similar approach. Tennis and baseball elbows are caused by the tendon that attaches to the muscle of your forearm, so in essence, you have been injuring your arm's elbow tendon. This can be reduced by reducing tension in the muscles that affect those tendons (e.g. wrist curls for pitchers).
If you are an avid tennis or baseball player, elbow pain can be a common problem. Poor form and repetitive motion can lead to irritation in the elbow area that may cause pain.
Causes of elbow pain:
The elbow is a joint made up of three bones: the humerus, radius, and ulna. These bones meet at the elbow joint, which allows the arm to bend at a right angle.
The most common cause of elbow pain is tennis elbow, which occurs when tendons around the outside of your elbow become inflamed or injured. You may feel pain when you try to straighten your arm or use it for gripping or lifting things.
Elbow pain is most commonly caused by a combination of factors that include:
- Overuse. This can be caused by repetitive motion or force on the elbow joint. Activities such as throwing sports or using tools can lead to overuse injuries such as tendinitis pain (tendinosis).
- Trauma. Trauma to the elbow may cause bone fractures, ligament sprains, or meniscus tears. When these injuries occur, they often result in swelling and inflammation that can impair circulation and lead to more serious problems if left untreated.
Strategy to treat elbow pain:
If you are looking for natural healing of your elbow pain QC Kinetix (Round Rock) can help.
1. Heat the elbow. The best way to treat elbow pain is with heat or ice therapy. Heat can help relax tight muscles and reduce inflammation. Place a warm towel on your elbow for 10 minutes. Repeat this process 2-3 times per day.
2. Cold packs. Applying cold packs or ice to the area for 20 minutes at a time may help relieve swelling and ease discomfort. Apply cold packs several times each day until the pain subsides, then switch to heat if needed.
3. Use anti-inflammatory medications. Over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve) can reduce pain and inflammation associated with the tennis elbow. These drugs should not be taken after surgery, as they increase bleeding risk. Ask your doctor before taking any medication if you have any medical conditions or take any other medicines regularly.
4. Stretch your forearm muscles consistently throughout the day to prevent overuse injuries such as tennis elbow in the future.
5. Strengthening exercises. Exercises that strengthen your muscles in and around your elbow joint can help keep them strong as they heal from injury or overuse.
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