Expert: Dr. Brendon J. O`Brien, D.C. - 7/28/2005

Question
Hi Doc -

I have a strain i can not get rid of - started in a Gym - not warming up one day - but i thought it would go away that was 3 months ago - for example - if i go to shake someones hand i can only do this slightly or it hurts - or if i pick up a gallon jug of liqiud i can barley hold it up to pour the liquid - the pain is only from my upper wrist to below the elbo,* i do not feel any strain till i apply pressure only.

can this be corrected ? Thanks in advance Doc.  

Answer
Hello Paul,

    You may know have tendonitis.  When you strained the wrist and keep using it, there may chronic irritation of the tendons or ligaments.  Being the pain is radiating to the elbow it may be more musculotendon invovlement.  You may want to see a doctor of chiropractic who specializes in soft tissue injuries and does extensive myofascial work.  This may benefit you!

Let me know how it goes,

Dr. Brendon O'Brien D.C.