Arm & Elbow Supports

Unless you're in terrible pain it's usually not necessary to sleep in an elbow support. It's a good time to air the skin and prevent bacteria under the support from building up. Sometimes, a pillow positioned underneath the arm and wrist can provide sufficient support during the night. This can also prevent the arm "jolting" if you turn over in your sleep.

An elbow brace helps to support the joint and the muscles or tendons that attach to the joint. Often, tendons in the forearm that attach to the bony prominences of the elbow become overworked. By providing support, less pain is felt and the tendons can begin to heal.

Compression sleeves help to improve circulation throughout the muscles of the arm. They can also help reduce the inflammation, pain and swelling that can occur with tendonitis. Compression arm sleeves can also help aid recovery. This is especially after sports or activities that use the arms repetitively. Compression sleeves can also provide support for an effective injury prevention strategy.

Compression sleeves can help to provide support and warmth to the elbow area. They can also improve the circulation and help remove inflammation. This can be beneficial for Golfer's elbow which often involves overuse of the tendons along the forearm. Wearing compression sleeves during aggravating activities can help to relieve symptoms. It can even help to prevent their onset.

In the short-term, applying ice, compression or wearing a support can all help to ease pain. In the long term, strengthening the muscles and tendons around the shoulder and forearm can help to prevent reoccurrence of the injury. Core stability training can also help to stabilise movements which cause stress and overload.

Elbow Braces can help to minimise movements that can aggravate Golfer's elbow. This can help reduce pain associated with the condition. By wearing an elbow support, you can minimise the strain on the tendons. This allows for healing and the inflammation to begin to settle. Applying ice packs and compression sleeves can also be of great benefit.

Golfer's elbow is often caused by overloading the tendons that run from the elbow to the wrist. These act to flex, rotate and grip with the hand and wrist. These tendons are opposed by the wrist extensors. So rectifying this imbalance can be the long-term solution to relief from Golfers elbow. Performing stretching exercises by bending the wrist back into an extended position can help ease some tension. But it's always a good idea to seek advice from a Chartered Physiotherapist. They can help to identify the individual contributing factors, They can then set a specific strengthening program.

You could modify your technique used for lifting, gripping or rotational activities. This can also help combat symptoms of Golfer's elbow. And wearing a specific elbow support brace can help reduce pain in the short term. Resistance bands and equipment from our hand therapy range can further help to strengthen the muscles of the wrist and forearm.