Thrower's elbow

Also known as “golfer's elbow” and medically known as “medial epicondylitis,” thrower’s elbow is the same as tennis elbow, only it affects the inside of the elbow.

Symptoms

• A painful inner elbow, especially when you grip something hard
• Weakness in the wrist

What can be done about it?

• Apply ice for twenty-minute periods, six times a day for up to two days
• Apply heat after two days
• Rest
• Make use of an elbow brace or supportive bandage
• See a sports injury specialist
• Apply ultrasound or laser treatment
• Take anti-inflammatories
• Sports massage
• Get a steroid injection
• Make sure that you have the correct throwing technique
• If you have a weak wrist or elbow, use a forearm brace or a heat retainer on the field until you are fully rehabilitated

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