Well, it's back - that darned medial epicondylitis. On both elbows, too. This is about the 3rd or 4th time. Each time it happens I go to kick sets or bike until the pain is gone; I also do every wrist and forearm exercise I can imagine (grips, wrist curls, rotator and stabilizer exercises). I've tried swimming closed-fisted. I've tried using forearms braces. I've cut out *** stroke altogether. The last few weeks leading up to the re-injury I did nothing but very eeeaassy sidestroke (left side over, right side back). Must I conclude that I just don't have the arms to be even a modest fitness swimmer?
Thanks, y'all.
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I'd suggest a physical therapist with a background in sports medicine. You probably have a muscle weakness/imbalance that is contributing to the problem. And your technique needs to be evaluated (maybe you're beginning your catch too soon). Have you considered a swimming clinic/camp?
Unfortunately rest won't fix the problem.
I'd suggest a physical therapist with a background in sports medicine. You probably have a muscle weakness/imbalance that is contributing to the problem. And your technique needs to be evaluated (maybe you're beginning your catch too soon). Have you considered a swimming clinic/camp?
Unfortunately rest won't fix the problem.
