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How Can Swelling In The Elbows Be Treated?

My mom is 75years great health not on any daily meds. Probably only to the doctor 3 times in the past 40 years. weight = 107, height = 5 feet, 3 days ago she woke up to what I think is tennis elbow. Swollen, warm to tough at times, it has gone down some but then inflates back. We have tried warm packs, slight compression band, aspirin 2x a day. any suggestions? She does not want to go to the doctor. Stuburn!
posted on Wed, 16 Aug 2017
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Hi,

I understand your concern.

Swollen, and warm to touch elbow is suggesting bursitis (inflammation of the synovial fluid or soft tissues of the elbow joint).

To speed up recovery, I advise to:
- apply cold compresses on elbow joint , avoid warm packs
- apply analgesic cream you find over the counter
- take oral anti-inflammatory meds (ibuprofen, etc.)

If no improvement, should consult with her physician.

Wish fast recovery.
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How Can Swelling In The Elbows Be Treated?

Hi, I understand your concern. Swollen, and warm to touch elbow is suggesting bursitis (inflammation of the synovial fluid or soft tissues of the elbow joint). To speed up recovery, I advise to: - apply cold compresses on elbow joint , avoid warm packs - apply analgesic cream you find over the counter - take oral anti-inflammatory meds (ibuprofen, etc.) If no improvement, should consult with her physician. Wish fast recovery.