Typically, Western remedies for sports injuries include the likes of Advil and Naproxen.
These medications might temporarily relieve symptoms but often cause discomfort in organs like the stomach, intestines and kidneys. Steroid injection is also common for more severe injuries, however the benefits of this treatment are short-term and require repetitive shots in order to fight inflammation. Traditional Chinese Medicine offers safe, side effect free alternatives.
Tuina (Chinese massage) and acupuncture reduce inflammation and greatly improve range of motion.
Tennis Elbow
Tennis Elbow is a condition that occurs from inflammation of the lateral epicondyle due to excessive usage. It affects individuals who engage in sports that require excessive movement of the elbow but can also afflict those with manual jobs such as typing, serving or cleaning. The most common complaint of this condition is soreness radiating from the elbow to the forearm. Studies suggests that acupuncture therapy for tennis elbow is an excellent alternative to steroid injection. In fact, 21 out of 34 patients treated with acupuncture reported being completely pain-free.
If you have a sports related injury, book a consultation to learn how acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can help. Our acupuncture clinic is located in Downtown Vancouver.
