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What Causes Pain In The Left Elbow And Upper Forearms?
About a week ago, my right elbow started to ache. It seems to have gotten worse.The outside is the most painful. Any little bump or rubbing against it, hurts. My upper forearm also aches. Lifting anything is hard.Gripping or opening objects is hard. I am 48 years old and very active. I am strong and healthy.
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Hi, there!
Your description of symptoms lead me think about lateral epicondylitis.
This condition is caused by excessive load/work on elbow flexors.
You can use local gel (Ibuprofen based), special epicondylitis brace to limit elbow movement.
Physical Ultrasound wave therapy can be added for faster recovery.
Cortison shot in affected area is other option.
I hope this helps
Your description of symptoms lead me think about lateral epicondylitis.
This condition is caused by excessive load/work on elbow flexors.
You can use local gel (Ibuprofen based), special epicondylitis brace to limit elbow movement.
Physical Ultrasound wave therapy can be added for faster recovery.
Cortison shot in affected area is other option.
I hope this helps
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