The condition of tennis elbow, while frequently discussed, is rarely understood. Also known as lateral epicondylitis, it is a condition that brings pain and tenderness to the outer part of the elbow.
This condition is prompted by inflammation of those tendons attached to what is known as the bony protrusion, directly above the elbow joint. Tennis elbow also is brought on by gradual degeneration of the tendons or tendon tears. Due to its association with tendon injury, it is commonly called tendonitis. Carrying, lifting, gripping and other common tasks can be made much more difficult under the effects of tennis elbow. Tenderness and pain around the elbow area are the most common symptom of Tennis elbow.
Other symptoms include the tightening of the muscles and a painful feeling on the back of the forearm; weakness and pain associated with wrist movement; pain experienced when grasping or lifting objects, stretching the fingers or bending the hand.
Causes for tennis elbow
Some of the known causes of tennis elbow include the damaging of tendons, ligaments and muscles surrounding the elbow joint, other forms of elbow injury, pressure on the elbow, or repetitive elbow movement, stress, pressure on the radial nerve.
Natural home cures for the condition of tennis elbow
Home remedies do exist for the condition of tennis elbow. They include ice packs applied over the elbow joint for 15-20 minutes every two to hours. Ice packs diminish reduce pain and swelling surrounding the elbow joint area. Also, heat packs can comfort the elbow joint when alternated with ice packs, and potato packs (actual warm and baked potatoes) also are effective.
The Best Things to Eat When You Have Tennis Elbow
Even your diet can affect the condition of tennis elbow. Some good things to eat to alleviate this condition include celery, known as a good remedy for rheumatism. The fluids can be extracted from seeds and consumed with hot water before meals. In fact, five to ten drops of fluid consumed with hot water can be beneficial in treating the pain.
Omega-3 fatty acids, derived primarily from fish, also treat arthritic conditions. Additionally, intake of Omega-3 supplements can alleviate related inflammation and pain.
Other suggestions for people suffering from tennis elbow include the avoidance of any exertion to the elbow joint, regular exercise, the avoidance of repetitive movements, the smooth, easy movement of the elbow, and the modification of stressful activities.
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