Okay, so I’ve been dealing with this annoying pain on the inside of my elbow. It’s been bugging me for a while, especially when I do any sort of gripping or lifting. I finally looked it up, and guess what? It’s called “golfer’s elbow,” even though I haven’t touched a golf club in years! Apparently, it’s common in fighters, too, because of all the repetitive hand and arm movements. Go figure.
So, I started my journey to figure this thing out.
My DIY Treatment Plan
First, I rested it. I know, I know, resting sucks when you’re used to being active. But I seriously backed off on anything that made it hurt. No heavy lifting, no intense workouts. I even switched to using my other hand for a bunch of everyday stuff, just to give my elbow a break.
Next, I iced it like crazy. I grabbed a bag of frozen peas (wrapped in a towel, of course – don’t want frostbite!) and slapped it on my elbow for about 15-20 minutes, several times a day. It really helped with the pain and swelling, especially after any activity.
I also took some simple measures
- Stretches:I found some simple stretches online. Gently bending my wrist forward and backward, and making slow, controlled circles with my wrist. Nothing crazy, just enough to feel a little stretch.
- Strengthening:After a few days of rest and ice, I started doing some really light strengthening exercises. Squeezing a soft ball, wrist curls with a super light weight (think, like, a can of soup). Again, I kept it gentle. The key was to not push through any pain.
- Massage:Massaging it by myself. It worked, although it would be much better if someone else gave me a massage.
Honestly, I was pretty religious about this routine. Rest, ice, stretch, and very light strengthening. After a couple of weeks, I started to feel a real difference. The pain wasn’t completely gone, but it was way more manageable. I could actually do things without that sharp, shooting pain.
I’m still working on it, gradually increasing the intensity of my exercises and activities. It’s a slow process, but I’m definitely on the right track. The key, I’ve found, is to listen to your body and not push things too hard, too fast. And hey, if it gets worse, I’ll definitely go see a doctor. But for now, this DIY approach is working for me!
