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Golfers Elbow
Golfer's elbow is a type of tendinitis caused by overuse or overload of the inner forearm muscles, resulting in the irritation and inflammation of the inner/medial tendon. It is a common type of elbow-related tendinitis, caused primarily by overuse from doing common activities - rarely because of playing golf - making its name, like that of "tennis elbow," somewhat misleading. Other activities - like racquetball - which involve the wrist, may also cause golfer's elbow. Determining the cause is important to proper treatment, which varies depending on whether it is of an acute or chronic nature. See your Health Care Professional for a proper diagnosis.
When symptoms arise, this and other forms of tendinitis are typically treated by application of the R.I.C.E. protocol immediately following the injury (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation; some Health Care Professionals also recommend protecting the joint, as well - by not using the joint, or temporarily stopping the activity which caused it - transforming the name of the protocol to P.R.I.C.E.). Additional treatment includes: the use of anti-inflammatory medications, stabilizing the elbow with a band or brace, exercise and physical therapy, and in some serious cases, surgery. Providing support to the elbow when active may help prevent re-injury.
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