Tennis Elbow - Please advise

[physiobob]

Hi Stephen, firstly bowlers don't reallt get tennis elbow. Maybe more likely to be the other side of the arm (inside like in golfer's elbow?). But that said anything is possible.

Almost always problems in bowlers come from poor bowling mechanics combined with overuse (not enough rest, to many overs, poor diet, to much to soon etc). usually the training and playing regimen leading up to the injury will give some insight.

Right now rest will do nothing but lessen the pain until you begin to play again. I would suggest going to a good sports Physio who can show you how to apply some taping techniques to reduce the tension/load on the injured structure/s. There's many options depending on your problem. Then you need a video analysis of your bowling action, either by a physio or a bowling coach to look at what you are doing. A friend could even video you and you could take it in for viewing and discussing with the PT. A correction of the action should free the normal movement and the problem should resolve.

If that fails then there are other issues in place, such as energy pathways (meridians) etc that may be blocked and are reducing your normal healing response - delayed healing and normal use can lead to symptoms of overuse. Maybe go to London to the crystal palace physio practice and talk to the guys there as I am sure they could help sort you out. Would be worth the journey.

regards and best of luck

[estherderu]

dear stephen,

I agree with physiobob

in normal practice I assess the patient´s history, check his elbow, shoulder and all other parts that might be part of /or likely to be causing the problem first.

Then, if:
- there is no response to my initial therapy
- there are no skin- organ zones or complaints that would suggest I have to look into the organs/meridiaan bit,
then I would very much like to look at your techniek and your posture during your work. This because some people, especially if they are working under time-stress "hold their breath" during their work. They are in a permanent state of "inspiration" having breathed in... lifted their ribs and staying in that position (which can irritate nerves and vessels going to your arms).
I must say this is something I normally look for initially. It happens quiet often.

I would say you have already landed into this last phase.....
Go to a good physiotherapist..... have these things checked and video tape you techniek and your posture.

Good luck

Esther

[puppy8910club]

Thank you for the quick reply. I am not a professional by all means but i do play quite a good standard cricket. Normally I play every Saturday and only train once (if any) during the week i.e Wednesday.

I will certainly approach a good professional physio like you mention to assist with my problem. You could well be correct with regards to my "bowling" technique. I have previously been "remodled" by the Essex Cricket coach a couple of years ago. All have been okay since the last year.


Thank you again!