How to Use Shiatsu for Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow is a chronic repetitive strain injury that causes inflammation and tearing of the forearm tendons at their point of attachment on the elbow. Shiatsu uses finger pressure to release tension in the muscles and tendons, thereby reducing the inflammation and swelling in the tissues and alleviating pain.
1
Relax the tendons and muscles of the forearm by applying pressure to the point located on the middle of your upper arm just in front of the insertion point of the shoulder muscle.
2
Reduce swelling, decrease pressure on the median nerve, and ease elbow and arm pain as you press with the pad of your thumb on the point at the end of the outer crease of your elbow.
3
Apply pressure to the point found on the back of your hand at the web between your thumb and index finger to release shoulder and arm tension.
4
Stimulate the point located on the back side of your upper arm one finger width above the tip of the elbow to relieve pain and stiffness in the elbow.
5
Strengthen and relax the tendons of the forearm and elbow to alleviate pain by applying firm, steady pressure to the point between the two bones on the outer forearm, two finger widths above the crease of the wrist.
Tips & Warnings
Symptoms manifest as tenderness on the outer elbow and pain radiating down the forearm to the wrist. Marked weakness in the wrist is common, and simple movements, such as turning your palm up or bringing the back of your hand toward your forearm (hyperextension of the wrist), may cause pain. Consult a physician if you're experiencing any of these symptoms.
If you have swelling of the elbow, consult your doctor. Tennis elbow rarely has swelling associated with it.
Avoid step 3 if you're pregnant.
If symptoms persist or if you have specific medical conditions or concerns, we recommend that you contact a physician. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.
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Tennis elbow is a chronic repetitive strain injury that causes inflammation and tearing of the forearm tendons at their point of attachment on the elbow. Shiatsu uses finger pressure to release tension in the muscles and tendons, thereby reducing the inflammation and swelling in the tissues and alleviating pain.
1
Relax the tendons and muscles of the forearm by applying pressure to the point located on the middle of your upper arm just in front of the insertion point of the shoulder muscle.
2
Reduce swelling, decrease pressure on the median nerve, and ease elbow and arm pain as you press with the pad of your thumb on the point at the end of the outer crease of your elbow.
3
Apply pressure to the point found on the back of your hand at the web between your thumb and index finger to release shoulder and arm tension.
4
Stimulate the point located on the back side of your upper arm one finger width above the tip of the elbow to relieve pain and stiffness in the elbow.
5
Strengthen and relax the tendons of the forearm and elbow to alleviate pain by applying firm, steady pressure to the point between the two bones on the outer forearm, two finger widths above the crease of the wrist.
Tips & Warnings
Symptoms manifest as tenderness on the outer elbow and pain radiating down the forearm to the wrist. Marked weakness in the wrist is common, and simple movements, such as turning your palm up or bringing the back of your hand toward your forearm (hyperextension of the wrist), may cause pain. Consult a physician if you're experiencing any of these symptoms.
If you have swelling of the elbow, consult your doctor. Tennis elbow rarely has swelling associated with it.
Avoid step 3 if you're pregnant.
If symptoms persist or if you have specific medical conditions or concerns, we recommend that you contact a physician. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.
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