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RDR

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Elbow Support
« on: February 26, 2007, 04:51:09 AM »
I've been experiencing some elbow/upper forearm soreness over the last couple of months, and I'm thinking of picking up a elbow/forearm support.  Do they help?  If so, what should I be looking to get, and can I expect any differences when I throw the ball?

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CPA

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Re: Elbow Support
« Reply #1 on: February 26, 2007, 03:49:20 PM »
I started using an elbow support a few years ago after experiencing elbow pain.  The pain went away.  I still use the support.  

There is no difference in how you throw the ball.
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Brunner

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Re: Elbow Support
« Reply #2 on: February 26, 2007, 03:59:17 PM »
I agree with CPA.  I bowled a tourne about 5 years ago, it was about 8 games.  The next day I couldn't strighten myelbow outand ithurt like heck.  I started useing an elbow support and I have felt that pain again.  I just got one of the Ebonite magfoce ones (not sure of the name) but it is comfy as heck.
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RDR

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Re: Elbow Support
« Reply #3 on: February 27, 2007, 01:34:16 PM »
Thanks for the advice, so far.  I didn't really want to order anything over the internet, because I wanted it sooner, so I went out and found a McDavid Tennis Elbow Strap.  It's basically the same as any bowling specific device, and it was only $9.  I'm going to try it out tonight.  Any additional input or recommendations would still be greatly appreciated.  

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RDR

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Re: Elbow Support
« Reply #4 on: February 27, 2007, 09:15:53 PM »
Just an update.   Bowled with the elbow strap (not that it really had any sort of impact on my bowling) and shot a career best 675 tonight.  I was subbing in a league that bowls right after another finishes.  But, for a guy with a 176 average, I'm completely ecstatic with the results.  Plus, the elbow feels pretty good, although there is still a bit of a twinge every now and then.
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