What are Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow)?
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis are common conditions. On either side of the forearm, a number of muscles originate from a small area of bone called an epicondyle. You have a lateral and a medial epicondyle. With significant forces concentrated on the epicondyle and many contractions ie. “repetitive strains” occurring there, the body eventually may convert the mechanical overstrain into chemical reactions. This is inflammation. Once inflammation starts, it tends to continue, especially if the overstrain continues and treatment is not obtained. Epicondylitis may resolve after a number of months but can last years, and in somewhat rare cases may require surgery.
How is Epicondylitis Treated ?
Once your health care professional has diagnosed epicondylitis, treatment goals will typically include:
- a) reduce overstrain at the epicondyle,
- b) controlling inflammation,
- c) breaking down scar tissue.
How Can PTDial Help ?
PTDial reduces the amount of pulling force on the attachment point called the epicondyle. This helps to control pain and to protect the epicondyle against further overstrain. You will often benefit from health care treatment, along with PTDial. If you are using PTDial on your own and your symptoms persist, consult a licensed health care professional.
How Do I Use PTDial ?
When you are performing a task that’s more STRENUOUS, you may adjust the dial (using the other hand) to provide FIRM compression, for greater protection. For LIGHT REPETITIVE tasks, you may prefer MEDIUM compression. When awake and not using your hand, adjust the dial to MINIMUM compression, or remove the band. For sleep, remove the band.
(see also instructions and product warnings included with the product)
Simply use the compression you need and choose the comfort you want, based upon the task you are performing.
Ask your local health care professional about PTDial as part of a treatment program for epicondylitis
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