Elbow tendonitis

Ryan,

Hey Martin, One thing that may help with the stress on your elbow is keeping your bottom hand low. One thing I tell my students to do is to put your paddle over your head and make 90 degree angles with both arms like a goal post. It may feel like your hands are a little far apart at first, but you'll notice it puts a lot less stress on your joints. Remember technique and finesse can really make up for brute strength.

Have you watched any of Jim Terrell/QuickbladePaddle's YouTube videos? Great info!

Thursday, 23 August 2012 08:17

janet,

Rest, ice, and when you do start paddling again you have to correct your technique of gripping the paddle. Wrist flexion on your grip of the handle is what is affecting the muscle group and the tendons - your paddle might be the wrong size, just off an inch or two also...

Wednesday, 20 June 2012 10:06

Frank Long,

Unfortunately, your orthopaedist was correct. During the acute phase, which is when it is hurting you, rest, ice and anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen will help. But sadly to an active paddler, rest is the key. When it's not hurting you, concentrate on good technique, as previously discussed. Think of your arms as only a means to hold the paddle in the "triangle of power", and let your core muscles do the work. Use only a couple of fingers to grip with the lower hand. Think of it as only a lever. During your paddles after the pain subsides, try using a smaller blade. Also, some people claim that the tendon stabilizers that players with tennis elbow use, helps with the prevention of new inflammation. Also, try and refine your technique so that the catch, power stroke, and recovery produces no splash. Don't apply power until the blade is smoothly engaged. See how silent you can be! Stealth SUP.

Sunday, 17 June 2012 01:51

Willy Mendez,

I am going through this same problem right now. I don’t think it was my technique that caused it. It was over training. I’m not a doctor, but this is what I have learned and helped me. The forearm muscles become tight and pull the tendons that attach to the elbow joint. This causes inflammation. Here is the bad news. You have to take a break from paddling. It’s the only way to heal. Massage the forearm muscle so it can stretch and take away the pressure off the tendon. Wear a forearm strap. ($10.00) This also helps take the pressure off the tendon. Ice it to reduce inflammation. Gradually return back to paddling. Good luck. I feel your pain.

Monday, 13 February 2012 23:24

Rob Casey ,

when paddling, are you using a death grip on the paddle or holding it lightly? also using your torso for power vs just your arms.

treatment: yoga is great. it really helped me with shoulder tendonitis. massage is good if you can find a great masseuse and can get a prescription to go. i use one for migraines which helps considerably.

Tuesday, 11 October 2011 07:08

Jill Johnson,

I'm in the middle of having this issue as well....accupunture seems to help, but trying to not do a ton of weight training.

Saturday, 26 March 2011 12:44

Filippo Petraroli,

Smaller and softer shaft paddle helps to riduce the stress. Wider diameter of shaft reduces elbow stress.
A "new" therapy,not invasive, pheraps can helps you: "tecar therapy". http://www.docredaelli.com/eng/news/tecar terapia.pdf
Ciao

Wednesday, 16 March 2011 15:42

Alex Mauer,

Take a look at this to help out with your golfer's elbow. http://supconnect.mylocallineup.com/index.php?option=com_community&view=groups&task=viewdiscussion&groupid=86&topicid=249&Itemid=70

Saturday, 12 March 2011 09:23

Chris Hollingsworth,

Martin,
I'm with you my friend... sometimes it kills to lift a glass of water. No way to the time-off cure... doctors usually say wear a sling don't use the arm. I'm not a believer. Make sure you are getting all necessary minerals for your soft tissues. Cortisone injections are one of the last options but I would stay away from that as long as you can!
Keep paddling!!!!

Friday, 11 March 2011 05:48

martin,

Thanks All

Nikki -Thanks for your reply, I have made it a point to make sure I am not over gripping or bending my elbow and that in conjuction to switching to a 90sq. in QB paddle from a 100sq. in paddle seems to be working so well that I have postponed my appointment with my orthopedic surgeon for a couple of weeks. Thanks and cheers.

Ali-acupuncture was a no go..

Alex- started paddling 4 months ago and racing 3months ago. I am training 5 days a week. Each workout being between 4.5miles and 8miles. I also train with a local pro to fine tune my stroke. The tendenitis was a problem before SUP, mostly as a result of too many pull ups and curls while doing P90X. So far ice and Aleve are keeping it in check.
Martin

Wednesday, 09 March 2011 20:21