On the Job Hazard
For the past couple of weeks, I've started to notice a dull pain in my right elbow. It has that long stretchy feel to the pain, which makes me thing it might be nerve-related. I've done a little research on the web and I think it might be called Mouse Elbow.
The folks at EHow have suggestions on how to deal with Mouse Elbow. I'm thinking I'll be getting an ice pack and maybe a support strap on the elbow. Do any of you have thoughts on dealing with Mouse Elbow?
How to Treat Mouse Elbow
http://www.ehow.com/how_2145795_treat-mouse-elbow.html
The folks at EHow have suggestions on how to deal with Mouse Elbow. I'm thinking I'll be getting an ice pack and maybe a support strap on the elbow. Do any of you have thoughts on dealing with Mouse Elbow?
How to Treat Mouse Elbow
http://www.ehow.com/how_2145795_treat-mouse-elbow.html
Step 1:
Apply ice to the elbow to reduce inflammation and ease pain. Apply it two to three times per day for 20 minutes each application.
Apply ice to the elbow to reduce inflammation and ease pain. Apply it two to three times per day for 20 minutes each application.
Step 2:
Take anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen for a few days. Follow manufacturer directions on the label when taking over-the-counter medication.
Take anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen for a few days. Follow manufacturer directions on the label when taking over-the-counter medication.
Step 3:
Wear a strap or support often used to treat tennis elbow to rest the elbow until pain and stiffness subside.
Step 4:
Stretch the muscles of the lower arm to help relax the elbow. Stretching and strengthening the muscles that support and work the elbow can treat and prevent mouse elbow.
Step 5:
Rest. Take a break from the computer mouse for a few days. This stops the elbow from getting aggravated and gives it a chance to heal. Otherwise, the problem can worsen.