How to relieve soreness after elbow functional training flexion and extension?

If the patient carries out the elbow joint functional exercise, after the flexion and extension activities, the symptoms of soreness, may be due to the existence of excessive fatigue or local minor injuries and so on. At this time, the patient can first take cold compresses, wear protective gear, topical medication and other treatments. If it can not be relieved, it is necessary to return to the orthopedic department in time for follow-up. 1. Cold compress. After the emergence of such symptoms, the patient can take the treatment of cold compress as soon as possible. For example, patients can use a towel wrapped in ice, cold compress on the affected area for about 10 minutes. Such treatment can help reduce the local edema, and then play a role in reducing swelling and pain. 2. Wear protective gear. Patients can wear elbow pads during their next workout or use an elastic bandage to immobilize the affected area. This measure helps to strengthen the elbow joint and increase the strength of the muscles around the elbow joint. Thereafter the chances of the patient experiencing a localized injury will be significantly reduced. 3. Topical medication. For patients with obvious symptoms, they can first apply some drugs with anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects on the affected area, such as commonly used diclofenac diethylamide latex. Do not overtrain, should be gradual, if it is difficult to relieve, it is recommended to timely review.