https://community.usms.org/swimming/f/open-water-training-and-technique/24416/distance-ailmentsI have two limitations that keep me from going long. 1. Elbows and finger joints. They both begin to ache terribly at about the 2.5 mile mark. 2. Swimmer&#39;s Ear. I&#39;ve tried OTC remedies with little relief. The only help I get is by staying out of theen-USTelligent Community 12https://community.usms.org/thread/262119?ContentTypeID=1Sun, 14 Jan 2007 14:59:04 GMT3187ac58-ba85-4314-b79a-c45cd885e09a:7fab3343-31b2-46ea-aa66-de75c5b8dd42Former MemberCan&#39;t help with #1, but for #2, I had the same problem and this worked for me: Get an ear bulb and use it to flush the gunk that is deep in the ear canal out. (Follow directions on the package for use.) Then after every swim/shower/bath use a homemade mixture of 50% rubbing alcohol and 50% white vinegar in each ear (a drop or two is enough.) Repeat as needed, but after about 6 weeks you probably will only have to flush your ears a few times a year. Your milegae may vary, LBJ<div style="clear:both;"></div>