ORTHOPEDICS COMMUNITY
how tight for a tennis elbow band?

how tight for a tennis elbow band?

I saw my PCP today, and he dxed my elbow pain as tennis elbow. It hurts even straightening the arm sometimes, or putting any strain or weight on it, like picking up something. I don't play tennis, lol, but I do drive 8-10hrs a day for my work.He recommended an orthotic band for my forearm, which I have purchased, but neglected to tell my how tight it should be. And do I wear it 24-7, or just during the day? Thank you for any information.  Oops, one more question. Should I stop swimming for now? It's the only exercise I can do, due to other medical conditions.
Related Discussions
Avatar_dr_m_tn
Till you have pain in the elbow and do not heal it is better not to swim.

You should wear this band during the day time and specifically when you drive and while doing some activity. You are absolutely right : it is a terminology and people who do not play tennis also develop this so you need to rest and take some anti inflammatory drugs for the pain.

It should not be too tight to stop blood circulation, tight enough to be comfortable to you. Take care!
Blank
Post a Comment
To
Comment
Post A Comment
Go
Blank
Weight Tracker
Reach your weight goal faster
Start Tracking Now
MedHelp Health Answers
Submit
Top Orthopedics Answerers
Avatar_f_tn
Blank
PedroH
SK
RSS Expert Activity
1741471_tn?1336957856
Blank
LIVE WEBINAR TOMORROW!-SUPER BODY, ... Blank
May 22 by Michael Gonzalez-WallaceBlank
2126606_tn?1335910182
Blank
Fibromyalgia Awareness
May 11 by Clare Waismann Kavin, RASBlank
2126606_tn?1335910182
Blank
Opioid-induced hyperalgesia reduces...
May 03 by Clare Waismann Kavin, RASBlank