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Tennis Elbow
How is the elbow
designed, and what is its function?
The elbow is the joint where three long bones meet in the middle portion of the
arm. The bone of the upper arm (humerus) meets the inner bone of the forearm
(ulna) and the outer bone of the forearm (radius) to form a hinge joint. The
radius and ulna also meet in the elbow to allow for rotation of the forearm. The
elbow functions to move the arm like a hinge (forward and backward) and in
rotation (twisting outward and inward). The biceps muscle is the major muscle
that flexes the elbow hinge. The triceps muscle is the major muscle that extends
the elbow hinge. The outer bone of the elbow is referred to as the lateral
epicondyle and is a part of the humerus bone. Tendons are attach to this area
which can be injured, causing inflammation or tendinitis (lateral epicondylitis,
or "tennis elbow"). The inner portion of the elbow is a bony prominence called
the medial epicondyle. Additional tendons from the muscles attach here and can
be injured, causing medial epicondylitis, "golfer's elbow." A fluid-filled sac
(bursa), which serves to reduce friction, overlies the tip of the elbow
(olecranon bursa). The elbow can be affected by inflammation of the tendons or
the bursae (plural for bursa), or conditions which affect the bones and joints,
such as fractures,
arthritis, or nerve irritation.
What injuries
can cause elbow pain?
Tendinitis
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Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
The lateral epicondyle is the outside bony portion of the elbow where large tendons attach to the elbow from the muscles of the forearm. These tendons can be injured, especially with repetitive motions of the forearm, such as using a manual screwdriver, washing windows, or hitting a backhand in tennis play. Tennis elbow results with inflammation of the tendons causing pain over the outside of the elbow, occasionally with warmth and swelling, but always with local tenderness. The elbow maintains its full range of motion, as the inner joint is not affected, and the pain can be particularly noticed toward the end of the day. Repeated twisting motions or activities which strain the tendon typically elicit increased pain. X-rays are usually normal, but can reveal calcium deposits in the tendon or reveal other unforeseen abnormalities of the elbow joint.
Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow)
Medial epicondylitis is inflammation at the point where the tendons of the forearm attach to the bony prominence of the inner elbow. As an example, this tendon can become strained in a golf swing, but many other repetitive motions can injure the tendon. Golfer's elbow is characterized by local pain and tenderness over the inner elbow. The range of motion of the elbow is preserved because the inner joint of the elbow is not affected. Those activities which require twisting or straining the forearm tendon can elicit pain and worsen the condition. X-rays for epicondylitis are usually normal but can indicate calcifications of the tendons if the tendinitis has persisted for extended periods of time.
Olecranon Bursitis
Olecranon bursitis (inflammation of the bursa a the tip of the elbow) can occur from injury or minor trauma, as a result of systemic diseases such as gout or rheumatoid arthritis, or can be due to a local infection. Olecranon bursitis is typically associated with swelling over the tip of the elbow, while range of motion of the inner elbow joint is maintained.Fractures
The bones of the elbow can break (fracture) into the elbow joint or adjacent to the elbow joint. Fractures generally require immobilization and casts and can require orthopedic pinning or open joint surgery.What are diseases and conditions that can cause elbow pain, and how are they treated?
Arthritis of the Elbow
Inflammation of the elbow joint (arthritis) can occur as a result of many systemic forms of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and reactive arthritis (formerly called Reiter's disease). Generally, they are associated with signs of inflammation of the elbow joint, including heat, warmth, swelling, pain, tenderness, and decreased range of motion. Range of motion of the elbow is decreased with arthritis of the elbow because the swollen joint impedes the range of motion.
Why Pain T.E.M. over Prescriptive medication?
Alternative medicine has become the choice of an increasing number of people over the past 5 years. These same individuals are also looking for a drug free alternative for pain management. Many individuals find themselves suffering with long term chronic back pain, but due to the prescriptive medication they may be currently taking, additional pain medication may not be advised due to the possiblilty of drup interaction.
Others however may just be looking for an effective may to control pain naturally. In answer to this growing demand Health Tech International has developed a unique and inexpensive disposable membrane that is charged with micro-current. This product was tested for four years and found to relieve pain in a wide variety of conditions, both chronic and acute at an astounding rate of 86%.
How does Pain T.E.M. Work Specifically for Tennis Elbow Pain?
The PAIN T.E.M. membrane contains no DRUGS or CHEMICALS. This membrane is statically charged and placed directly over the area of pain. The membrane is held in placed by specially designed surgical tape. Once the membrane makes contact it releases its subsensory current of micro-current impulses over a 48 hour period. Figure 1 & 2 PAIN T.E.M. works similar to a TENS unit in that it blocks the pain sensation, but goes a step further, in that it helps promote healing by neutralizing the positive field produced by injured cells and allowing the normal bio-processes to resume in that area. Pain T.E.M. provides a micro-current electrical stimulation that more closely approximates the naturally occurring bio-electric current in the body. The cuurent therfore is considered subsensory and cannot be felt. It provides "bio-stimulation" that stimulates cellular physiology and growth. It increases the adenosine triphosphate (APT) generation, amino acid transport and protein synthesis. This causes the body to heal itself at a much faster rate.
It has long been known that all life processes involve electricity,
and that biological processes can be affected by electrical treatment.
The cells of the human body are basically tiny electrolytic batteries,
each with a potential current flow of approximately 4 picoamps or 4 trillionths
of an ampere.
| These microcurrents flow through the body in an orderly manner when there is no pathology present. However, since injury disrupts the bio-electrical functions of the cells, the electrical activity of damaged cells is quite different from that of healthy ones. |
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There is more electrical resistance in injured cells, so the normal
energy flow through these cells is lower, impeding the healing processes
and maintaining the presence of pain. If the electrical resistance of such
injured cells can somehow be reduced, allowing the body's own electrical
energy easy access to those cells, the health of the cells will improve.
Inflammation may decrease, the healing process will be enhanced and pain
can be lessened.
Pain T.E.M. administers extremely low electrical current
to the area of injury. This energy can be stored and used by the injured
cells to lower their electrical resistance and provide additional energy
to aid the body's natural healing process and relieve pain.