fmari Report post Posted May 16, 2017 Years of body building is starting to take its toll on my left elbow. Nothing I can't live with if I had too but I do feel a constant tightness and pain. Wondering about stem Cell treatment. Any thoughts or experiences you guys can share. I am male 41 yrs old. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMan Report post Posted May 16, 2017 For short term treatment, use heat packs for no more than 20-30 minutes. Then ice it for about 20 minutes, then switch back to heat. Follow this routine for a few times daily, as needed. Also, it's recommended that you take an anti-inflammatory, (i.e.: Tylenol, Motrin, etc.) This can help with swelling and pain. I also recommend that you look up a series of stretches that you can do to help relieve pain. There are a lot of different stretches you can easily find online for your area of pain. These stretches should be completed when you wake up, periodically throughout the day, and once before bed. As far as Stem Cell Treatment there is a ton of information on the web from people who have been successfully treated from it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
05LSV Report post Posted May 16, 2017 Also, check out PRP - platelet rich plasma. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYNYSTR Report post Posted May 16, 2017 I have been lifting seriously for over 20 years. I notice when my elbows get cranky it is usually because I am not doing enough pronated (palm down) curls. So much focus on standard curls can cause the radius bone to move slightly out of joint. Grab a camber bar and use a weight light enough for 25-30 reps. Place your hands on the outer/wider knurl with your palms facing the floor. Bend your wrists slightly as to where the palm moves a little closer to the forearm. Keep your elbows narrow and slightly forward. Curl slowly and with full range. Pause at the contraction at the top. 3-4 sets a couple times a week should make a positive difference. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fmari Report post Posted May 16, 2017 Wow thanks for the great replies. Much appreciated !!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assman Report post Posted May 16, 2017 I think Synystr has the best option. Changing up your routine, something as small as changing grips can help. The only absolute way to get better is rest but of course you lose your gains Personally I feel stem cells and prp are 50/50 or less gimmick vs hard science. A physical therapist may also have answers to help relieve some of the pain. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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