Elbow Injuries

There are many injuries and conditions that can be caused by or present similar symptoms as a Tennis Elbow injury. Only a proper examination by your doctor will help you know for sure what the cause of your discomfort or mobility issues are.

It is important to seek medical attention when suffering pain, unfamiliar sensations (like tingling or numbness), and range of motion issues. Your doctor will help develop a treatment plan for you that includes conservative treatment methods such as:

• Rest - This is important for initial healing to reduce pain, swelling and inflammation in the early stage of your elbow injury. Too much rest can also be harmful to elbow injuries because joint immobility can actually cause stiffening in the elbow (and even shoulder) joint. This is why rest should be used when reducing initial pain and swelling, but should not be considered for more long-term conservative treatment.
• Avoid Activities that Caused Your Injury - While resting your elbow, it's important to avoid activities that may have caused your injury in the first place and this definitely includes pretty much any type of sport where your upper body is involved. Continuing on with regular activities will not only make your injury worse, but trying to 'work around' your injury will eventually give rise to over-compensation injuries in other areas of your body.
• Use a Cold Compress or Ice Pack - Cold is very effective at reducing pain and inflammation - use at the onset of the injury and during flareups.
• Use an Elbow TShellz Wrap^® (Circulatory Boost device) - You can use your own blood flow to maximize your rehabilitation, maintain healthy blood flow to your arm and elbow, decrease recovery time, and reduce re-injury risk.. Promoting blood flow to your elbow using a warming treatment will help to minimize the growth of scar tissue and increase flexibility. This is why we recommend TShellz Wrap before undergoing activity - an increase in flexibility should help reduce risk of further injury while also assisting in the battle against atrophy.
• PT - Surgery is usually the last resort. This means doctors or surgeons typically won't perform a surgery until they feel that their patient has put effort into treating their injury with conservative treatment methods. This includes 4 to 6 months of visits to a physical therapist (PT). If you haven't experienced any improvement in your condition during that time then surgery may be considered. Agressive PT approaches will focus on forced or manual manipulation of the elbow and wrist - this means your physical therapists will be trying to move you past the point of comfort as they strive to increase range of motion and prevent further atrophy. This can be painful and end up making your injury worse if not done correctly. (reference: 1)
• Stretching - Stretching your elbow and arm in PT and at home will help you to regain your range of motion much faster than not stretching at all. Stretching in many ways is key for maintaining good Range of Motion (ROM) in the elbow, and stretching can be made much easier with use of a TShellz Wrap before to warm up soft tissue, and a Cold Compress or Ice Pack treatment after to prevent any return of swelling and inflammation.

Unless you have a major tear or rupture, your doctor will prescribe conservative treatments for your elbow before even suggesting surgery. It is generally understood by doctors and surgeons, that surgery will introduce more scar tissue into the any already damaged tissue and this added scar tissue is problematic. Scar tissue requires significant PT and conservative treatment options post-surgery and outcomes can often be less than what you might hope for. If not dealt with properly, your elbow injury could end up in worse condition than before the surgery! This is why surgery is only performed as a last resort.

Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow) will show the same symptoms as Tennis Elbow, except that pain will be experienced on the inside of your elbow. Only a certified medical professional will be able to determine if you are suffering from Golfer's Elbow.

OsteoChondritis typically affects children and teenagers between the ages of 10-16. In fact it is sometimes referred to as "Little League Elbow".

This condition, caused by loss of blood supply, causes pieces of bone or cartilage to become loose from the elbow. The loose bodies may stay in place or fall into the joint cavity. This can cause intense pain and immobility. You may feel a catching and locking, or popping sensation when you move your arm. A Cold Compress or Ice Pack will reduce swelling, but overuse will lead to restricted blood flow which is not conducive to healing. Knowing this, we advise clients suffering from Osteochondritis to speak with their physician about utilizing a blood flow enhancement device like the Elbow TShellz Wrap^®. If conservative treatment fails, sometimes arthroscopic surgery is necessary to remove cartilage or bone pieces and smooth cartilage surfaces.

Elbow Arthritis

Arthritis & Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Elbow occurs when elbow cartilage is damaged or worn down and arthritis can be happen even from a fracture or elbow dislocation. However, just like with Tennis Elbow, the most common way to develop arthritis in your elbow is from overuse. Repeatedly exerting more stress on the elbow than it can handle can, over time, cause degeneration of the bone and tissues in your elbow. Undue strain could also cause an injury to the surrounding ligaments and if a ligament or other structure is injured, your body will compensate with improper movements (generally, referred to as "compensation"). When your elbow is forced to move in improper or unnatural ways, the potential of developing arthritis greatly increases.

Symptoms of arthritis typically include pain and restricted range of motion. You could feel a "grating" sensation caused by uneven inner-elbow surfaces moving against each other. A 'locking' sensation can be felt if loose pieces of cartilage or bone breaks away and sits in-between the moving structures of your elbow. In latter stages of the condition, arthritis sufferers may experience swelling and swelling associated pain. You may even experience numbness or a tingling sensation in some fingers or around your elbow.

Your physician will typically use an X-Ray machine to determine if you are suffering from arthritis. In the early stages of the condition, arthritis symptoms can be effectively treated with conservative treatments. Your doctor may suggest a corticosteroid injection. While a corticosteroid injection can provide pain relief it will not treat the underlying cause of your condition. Like any medication, there are side effects.

As you probably know, when it comes to arthritis - the only real cure is surgery. However, we do offer a protocol that most of our clients have used to manage their arthritis symptoms very effectively. First, if there is swelling, get the swelling down through the use of a Cold Compress or Ice Pack on your elbow. After the swelling is down, treat yourself with the Elbow TShellz Wrap^® after getting out of bed, in the middle of the day and before you go to bed at night.

In Between Treatments With TShellz Wrap^®, Apply Our New Fast Acting Pain Relief Cream Called ARNICA INFUSION

Dealing with aches and pains affecting the foot, ankle, leg, knee, hamstring, hip, back, arm, shoulder, elbow, wrist, or hand? If so, then applying the Arnica Infusion to any of these targeted areas will bring about fast relief from the pain and sore tissues. Simply apply a small amount of cream to the body and moments later, you will experience a soothing and comforting sensation over the area.

Arnica Infusion is specially designed to relieve pain due to sore muscles and joints associated with arthritis, backaches, sprains, strains, and bruises. No matter if you are dealing with an acute injury, chronic pain, or a general "flare-up" - you will experience fast relief from pain and inflammation.

This is a product that many of our current MendMeShop customers asked us to develop. So we focused our time and resources over the past few years and came up, with we believe, will be one of more effective, fast acting, topical pain relief creams on the market.

You are likely familiar with some of the standard topical agents on the market as most of our customers use them. The are mass marketed and even found in most department stores now.

Well, we are here to say that Arnica Infusion goes many steps beyond what they offer.

Made in the USA at an FDA registered manufacturing facility, you can be assured that Arnica Infusion is both safe and effective. We only source top grade ingredients while implementing strict quality control checks during every step of the production process. Expect the same high quality that MendMeShop customers have been accustomed to since we started the company in 2005.

The "Cool Blue" formula is the perfect balance between the smooth application of a cream and the effective absorbing factor of a gel. It is not too thick and not too thin - just the right texture. Best of all, it feels very nice on the skin!

Each application of Arnica Infusion feels so comforting and soothing, we are certain it will become an item you will not want to live without.

If you have suffered a severe injury or the cartilage of your elbow is worn out, you may need to have surgery. Arthritis Elbow surgery can involve smoothing out and removing loose pieces of cartilage or bone, constructing thicker surfaces with your own tissues, or if necessary, a total joint replacement.

If your arthritic elbow condition becomes too much to bear, your physician may advise surgery to deal with your arthritic joint. In cases such as this, know that the Elbow TShellz Wrap^® is a fantastic rehabilitation tool for your post-surgery recovery plan. Speak to your doctor, surgeon and/or physical therapist make sure that these tools are recommended home treatments for your specific case. Read more about Post Surgery Rehabilitation & Healing here.

Bursitis

Elbow Bursitis is a condition involving the thin, liquid filled capsules in the elbow called bursae. Bursae are located throughout the body acting as a cushion between bone and soft tissue. The bursae rest between the pointy end of your bone and the tissues of your elbow, allowing tendons, muscles and ligaments to move across bony areas without fraying or encountering friction.

Bursitis can be caused by -

• consistently exerting pressure on the elbow for long periods of time
• an accident or injury that causes a hard blow to your elbow
• bacterial infection caused by a scrape, cut, burn, puncture wound, or insect bite

Septic Elbow Bursitis - If elbow bursae are infected, the elbow will typically become red, feel warm and possibly swell noticeably. If left untreated, a bacterial infection in the bursae can turn liquid to pus which can randomly open and drain; this infection can move into the bloodstream causing serious illness. If your physician believes you have an infection, they may remove some of the liquid using a needle. This will reduce swelling and help test for bacterial growth. If bacteria are the cause of your bursitis, your physician may prescribe an antibiotic medication.

Important! If you think you may have an infected bursa, (known as septic bursitis) see a physician right away - it is a very serious condition that could quickly become life-threatening.

Most cases of bursitis, however, are not septic. They are still extremely painful injuries that will seriously debilitate you if you in fact are experiencing it.

If your bursitis is not septic (your doctor will tell you whether it is or not), your doctor will opt for the safest and best plan which is conservative treatment - Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation (RICE) and possible anti-inflammatory medications to reduce swelling and provide symptom relief.

Nerve Entrapment

Nerve Entrapment Syndromes - Pinched nerves, also known as 'nerve entrapment' is caused when the bones, muscles, tendons, or other inner-elbow structures place pressure on small tubes surrounding a nerve. These tubes squeeze tightly around the nerve resulting in pain, limited arm mobility, and weakness in the hand, wrist or fingers. Some pinched nerves can cause a tingling or numbing sensation in your hand, forearm, or elbow. The similarity of these symptoms to those found in Tennis Elbow is why pinched nerves are easily mistaken for the same condition.

There are three main nerves in your arm that can be affected by a nerve entrapment syndromes: the medial, radial and ulnar nerve.

The specific symptoms that occur are based on which of these nerves is entrapped. Two well known nerve entrapment syndromes specifically associate with the elbow are Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (mobile phone Elbow) and Radial Tunnel Syndrome.

Typically, a pinched nerve can be treated with anti-inflammatory medications, rest, and stretching. Cold compression and Circulatory Boost treatments will reduce swelling and increase blood flow naturally. Sometimes, surgery is needed to treat nerve entrapment. If conservative treatments fail, your physician may recommend surgery as a last resort.

Bicep Rupture

Bicep Rupture: This is not a common injury but can occur from lifting heavy weight. The bicep attaches at your shoulder and a tendon near the elbow. If too much force is exerted on the tendon it can rip causing the bicep to rupture. You may even hear or feel tearing when this injury occurs. Symptoms can include:

• elbow pain
• bruising around the elbow
• deformity in the muscle (Popeye Condition)
• difficulty turning your forearm or rotating your hand palm up
• noticeable weakness compared to your other arm

Bicep Rupture is almost always treated through surgery to reattach the torn tendon. The type of surgery used depends on the damage done to the tissue and the amount of time that has elapsed since injury. Postoperative treatment will include PT exercises, a protective brace or splint, and conservative treatments. Know that the use of an Elbow TShellz Wrap^® is highly applicable for reattachment post-surgeries as this treatment stimulates healing and growth while improving elasticity and flexibility of soft tissue. This is explained further in the Post Surgery Rehabilitation & Healing section here.

Elbow Injuries Not Only Affect the Elbow- But Can Lead to Other Conditions and Injuries.

Every time we use our injured elbow, damaged and swollen tendons and muscle tissue move; when they are inflamed, every movement hurts. With injured tissue, pain happens - sometimes a LOT of pain, so we try not to move it. So, when doing something we need to use our elbow for (getting dressed, driving, talking on the phone), we start to use the shoulder and even the neck more. If we can, we use our other elbow instead, even though it is inconvenient and usually the non-dominant elbow.

A couple days later (after purposefully avoiding movement of our elbow), the pain has gone down (as well as the swelling) and this is where the trouble begins! The pain disappeared with the swelling but we still aren't fully healed! Not knowing this, we start using our elbow normally again and then the pain shows up again like it did before - all because the injury wasn't fully healed in the first place.

Eventually, we use the other elbow more and more - or even use our shoulder and neck instead of our elbow for a lengthy period of time. This is why these other areas start to hurt - they are being overused now. Soon, aches and pain can become commonplace in the upper body - all as a result of the original elbow injury and the body's instinctive nature to "protect" the orginal elbow injury - all because the injury wasn't fully healed in the first place!

Muscle imbalances result, placing tension on bone and softer tissues - leading to a misalignment within the upper body. The extra stress on the opposite side of the body will also result in weakness and fatigue of the tissues - increasing the chances they can eventually be injured or gradually degenerate. This is a textbook example of how you get an overcompensation injury. In some cases, physical therapists warn that overcompensation can be very dangerous as it will affect gait or alignment on a permanent basis.

An injury to one elbow can easily lead to straining in other areas, making an overall recovery hard to initiate. For example, a serious muscle strain in the right elbow can often lead to over-straining of the left elbow. Most commonly, the injury occurs on the dominant side, so the risk of straining the other (weaker) side increases. The longer the injury (and corresponding pain) persists, the greater the chance that you will sustain more strain from overcompensation, eventually leading to issues in those areas as well. To minimize potential secondary injuries, know that it is important to deal with your elbow injury quickly and completely.

Truly, chronic elbow injuries can become a vicious cycle - which is why it is absolutely critical to focus on methods that improve and strengthen the injured tissues in a timely manner. The faster you truly heal, the less chance you have of sinking into a downward spiral of re-injury, scar tissue growth and overcompensation injuries.

Okay, So I Have an Elbow Injury...What Should I Do Now?

Stage 1: If the elbow injury is very recent - use a good quality cold pack and Arnica Pain Relief Cream.

Note: If you are suffering from a soft tissue injury that has been going on for awhile, then skip the cold treatment as inflammation will be minimal. Anytime you are experiencing significant pain, you may find our Arnica Infusion Pain Relief Cream to be quite helpful.

If you are experiencing pain and swelling in the very early stages of the injury (first 48 to 72 hours), the first step in a conservative treatment protocol would be to focus on reducing the discomfort by applying a quality cold pack to the injured elbow, then a high quality pain relief cream such as our Arnica Infusion Cream (after the cold pack treatment).

Not only will you use your cold pack for the first 48 to 72 hours after the injury, but you should also use it during other stages of the healing process. Some examples include...

• after any activity that stresses the elbow in a moderate way. It is wise to quickly apply cold to not only reduce the pain, but to also minimize tissue damage that may have occurred during the prior event.
• If you have a job that requires you to place some demands on your injured elbow. If that is the case, use cold immediately following work and if the opportunity allows - use it for 15 to 20 minutes during lunch or another break time.
• If you are in a post-operative situation where cold compression would be utilized heavily for at least the first few weeks following the procedure. Similarly, if you are scheduled for upcoming surgery, then you will need a high quality cold device to use.

Having a Cold Compress or Ice Pack available at home to use if and when the need arises is helpful. Many of you already do so.

However, too many people over-focus on cold while ignoring the most critical aspect to healing - nourishing the injured tissues with a healthy supply of blood flow needed to repair and rebuild the injured tissues.

This leads to the most important recommendation...

Stage 2: Focus on Increasing Blood Flow To The Injured Tissue - As This is The ONLY Way It Will Heal For the Long-Term

Even though the concept is simple, improving blood flow to injured tissues can be difficult. When the injury is elbow related, the challenges are even greater. Traditional methods require your muscle to move to promote blood flow (exercise), but that same motion that promotes blood flow can at times lead to making your pain and condition worse.

• Have you reinjured your elbow by returning to work too quickly?
• How many times in the past have you aggravated your elbow just trying to perform basic tasks around the home?
• Is your debilitated elbow preventing you from work or activities you love to do?

Most people we deal with tell us these scenarios have happened to them many times in the past. Perhaps it has already happened to you.

Promoting blood flow within a muscle or soft tissue injury to help the body heal itself is a concept that has been utilized for centuries. This is where the focus has to be if you are seeking long-term improvement.

Oxygen and nutrients, carried within the blood, are critical for the body to heal itself. Without proper blood flow, recovering from an injury or condition will be delayed...sometimes for a very long period of time.

The real challenge is how do you promote blood flow to the elbow injury site without causing further injury? This goal is further complicated by the fact the elbow (and muscles controlling the elbow joint) are involved in the majority of the physical movements we perform each day.

The Elbow TShellz Wrap^® - Heal Your Elbow For The Long Term

The best option we came across in our research to accomplish true healing of elbow injuries is the Elbow TShellz Wrap^®. Use of this device results in a dramatic increase in blood flow to the injured tissues located deeper within the body - all in a non-invasive manner.

Using a TShellz Wrap^® will not expose you to the risk of causing further harm to soft tissue like you can when using rigorous exercise. The Elbow TShellz Wrap^® accomplishes the goal of enhanced blood flow without the need for intensive exercise and as such reduces your risk of re-injury.

Who Should Use the TShellz Wrap^®

We recommend the use of a TShellz Wrap^®:

• If you have injured tendons, muscle or any soft tissue in your elbow, then the TShellz Wrap^® will provide the all-important function of boosting blood circulation where it is needed most.
• If you are dealing with conditions affecting your range of motion such as tendinosis, tenosynovitis, or even arthritis.
• If you have a chronic elbow condition that has lasted for years- this device is intended to kick start the recovery process and help strengthen the surrounding and supporting tissues. Many of our past clients had suffered for years, then were completely amazed at the results only after a few months of treatments.
• If you are still working with an injured elbow, the TShellz Wrap^® will help relax injured soft tissue prior to work and after a day at the job.
• If you are still trying to enjoy your favorite activities such as gardening, tennis, golf, etc - use the TShellz Wrap^® prior to activity to help reduce chances of re-injuring or re-aggravating those targeted tissues.
• If you are suffering from bursitis in your elbow and want to treat a major source of it (inflammation and damage to tissue surrounding the bursa sac). Through overuse or degenerative changes in the elbow, the muscle and tendons surrounding the bursa sacs will tighten and constrict. When they do, they place pressure on the bursa, causing it to become irritated. Applying a soothing and deep penetrating energy to the elbow relaxes the tissues and takes the pressure off the bursa.
• If you have been to a clinic for some form of massage or stretching and your PT or physician has recommended conservative treatments for home.
• If you have injured your elbow and need surgery, then you will find a blood circulation booster to be a powerful tool after surgery to help surgically repaired tissues rebuild for long-term health. (once the surgery wound has healed and your physician has given the ok)
• If you are experiencing atrophy in your elbow and want to reduce the chance of re-injury while stretching - we recommend its use every time before you stretch.

TShellz Wraps^® contain a unique, flexible Carbon Fiber Energy Pad which is flexible and will shape to conform to your body. This Energy Pad emits a uniform wave of perfectly safe energy over its entire surface. This energy is absorbed by soft tissue in your elbow and forearm, opening blood vessels, resulting in an increase in blood flow. Increased blood circulation is what your body needs to accelerate the healing of soft tissue and this is why we recommend the Elbow TShellz Wrap^®.

The Elbow TShellz Wrap^® is an FDA Registered Medical Device and is suitable for use in therapeutic clinics and FROM HOME. It is completely safe for people and patients to use for themselves.

The technology found in a TShellz Wrap^® has been in use for decades in the worlds of professional and amateur sports - a contributing factor as to why athletes seem to recover from injuries so quickly.

Have you ever wondered by an athlete can return to activity after 3 or 4 weeks following a knee injury - while your average person takes much longer to return back to normal? The secret isn't really that much of a secret - it involves consistent conservative treatments such as the TShellz Wrap^® to help stimulate blood flow to injured soft tissue. Most athletes have the luxury of using in-house facilities many times per day.

How many us can afford the time and money to visit a clinic multiple times a day? Very few indeed. This is how you can gain the same advantage that athletes enjoy via quick recovery from soft tissue injuries - by using a device like the Elbow TShellz Wrap^® two or three times a day on a consistent basis.

What Else Makes the Elbow TShellz Wrap^® So Special?

We believe the TShellz Wrap^® to be one of the most effective treatments for stimulating blood flow to soft tissue that is inactive due to injury.

We can promise that you will receive a product that is designed to be safe and does what it is supposed to do...quickly relieve pain and aid in the recovery from tendon, muscle and other soft tissue injuries.

The unit plugs into a standard wall outlet to get its power. The nice thing about the power supply is that the same unit can be used in North America and overseas as well. It has the capability to operate between 110v and 230v. It has a special signal controller that can be set for 3 different power levels of application (3=High, 2=Medium, 1=Low). The cord is long so you can sit or lie comfortably and watch TV, read or surf the net while you're using it.

Treatments are max 30 minutes in duration and the device can be worn over clothing. This allows you to use the device at work, at home, or really anywhere you have access to an electrical outlet.

A Recap of the Benefits of the TShellz Wrap^®..

• Can be used ANYWHERE on the Arm, Elbow or Upper Arm - very versatile!
• Targeted applications for most areas of the body
• It can be used before exercise to warm up your arm to reduce the risk of injury
• FDA Registered medical device for use in home or clinics - very high quality
• Increases flexibility of tissues (reducing the re-injury factor)
• It soothes pain and whisks away toxins
• Carbon fiber Energy Pad is strong, lightweight, and flexible - contours very easily
• Enhanced blood flow maximizes the ability of the body to heal damaged tissue. A faster healing rate will save time and money when associated with doctor or physical therapist visits
• A boost in blood flow can accelerate the bodys ability to recover. This can be beneficial in post-surgery rehabilitation, getting you back to work faster

The most common question we receive from individuals prior to purchasing is - how many times a day should I be using my elbow wraps and when should I be using them? While treatment plans will differ for each individual and their specific injury, there are general guidelines that should be adhered to.

• Use a Cold Compress or Ice Pack when you are experiencing inflammation (usually after exertion or movement of the injury area).

The Elbow TShellz Wrap^® would then be used:

• Right after rising from bed in the morning (as this is when it is most stiff)
• Prior to going to bed at night (to relax the arm, allowing for better sleep)
• Before you know you will be using your injured joint (going to work, driving, typing, etc).

Stage 3 - In Between Treatments With TShellz Wrap^®, Apply Our New Fast Acting Pain Relief Cream Called ARNICA INFUSION

Dealing with aches and pains affecting the foot, ankle, leg, knee, hamstring, hip, back, arm, shoulder, elbow, wrist, or hand? If so, then applying the Arnica Infusion to any of these targeted areas will bring about fast relief from the pain and sore tissues. Simply apply a small amount of cream to the body and moments later, you will experience a soothing and comforting sensation over the area.

Arnica Infusion is specially designed to relieve pain due to sore muscles and joints associated with arthritis, backaches, sprains, strains, and bruises. No matter if you are dealing with an acute injury, chronic pain, or a general "flare-up" - you will experience fast relief from pain and inflammation.

This is a product that many of our current MendMeShop customers asked us to develop. So we focused our time and resources over the past few years and came up, with we believe, will be one of more effective, fast acting, topical pain relief creams on the market.

You are likely familiar with some of the standard topical agents on the market as most of our customers use them. The are mass marketed and even found in most department stores now.

Well, we are here to say that Arnica Infusion goes many steps beyond what they offer.

Made in the USA at an FDA registered manufacturing facility, you can be assured that Arnica Infusion is both safe and effective. We only source top grade ingredients while implementing strict quality control checks during every step of the production process. Expect the same high quality that MendMeShop customers have been accustomed to since we started the company in 2005.

The "Cool Blue" formula is the perfect balance between the smooth application of a cream and the effective absorbing factor of a gel. It is not too thick and not too thin - just the right texture. Best of all, it feels very nice on the skin!

Each application of Arnica Infusion feels so comforting and soothing, we are certain it will become an item you will not want to live without.

Arnica Infusion Ingredients

The Arnica Infusion formula is based on a combination of scientific research and the use of high quality ingredients. The properties within the formula were chosen for their pain relief, anti-inflammatory, and soothing qualities.

The acting ingredients within the formula include ones many of us are familiar with; along with ones that have not received a lot of publicity (only in research circles). Extensive testing resulted in a blending of ingredients that provides the most synergistic of benefits.

The notable ingredients in the Arnica Infusion formula include:

• Arnica - powerful anti-inflammatory, speeds recovery, enhances circulation
• Menthol - provides deep penetrating pain relief with a nice cooling sensation
• Vitamin B6 - promotes normal nerve function
• MSM - supports healthy connective tissues, anti-inflammatory
• Ilex Leaf Extract - increases circulation, skin conditioner
• Vitamin E - anti-inflammatory, enhances circulation, hydrates the skin
• Aloe - anti-inflammatory properties, soothes the skin
• Tea Tree - enhances penetration of ingredients

Extensive quality control procedures during the manufacturing process ensure the ingredients and final product are both safe and effective. We would not stake our reputation on anything but the best.

When Do I Apply the Arnica Infusion?

While At Work

Apply Arnica Infusion at work to help reduce acute discomfort associated with overuse of muscles and joints. No matter if you are in a physical demanding job or work within an office environment, you will be placing stress on different parts of the body and aches and pains will result.

Before Or After Work, Sports, & Activity

If you suffer from a sprained ligament, pulled muscle, strained tendon, or even bruising - apply Arnica Infusion for quick relief of the pain.

Chronic Pain Suffering

Application of Arnica Infusion can be done up to a maximum of 4 times per day on a consistent basis to help bring about relief from various pains and aches.

In-between Treatments With the TShellz Wraps^®

Follow up your T-Shellz and Cold treatments with an application of Arnica Infusion. Combine the pain relieving benefits of Arnica Infusion along with the healing benefits of the wraps to make your recovery go much more smoothly.

Do not apply Arnica Infusion within a 2 hour timespan before a TShellz Wrap^® treatment.

Whether you decide to use the Arnica Infusion in conjunction with the T-Shell and other treatments - or if you decide to use the cream as a stand-alone product - you will not be disappointed with the results. We guarantee it.

A Note On OverCompensation

Since you are reading this, you probably know that serious elbow tendinosis injuries do not just disappear. Over time, they usually wreak havoc on your shoulder & wrist due to lack of movement and over-compensation. It will also wreak havoc on your opposite elbow due to overcompensation. Recovery takes a longer time for such chronic (long term) injuries, but proper healing is essential to regain strength and get you back to the activities you enjoy.

The longer your injury endures, the greater the risk of running into serious overcompensation injuries.

To Stop Re-Injury & Reduce the Risk of a More Serious Overcompensation Injury, You Need to Heal Quickly & Completely!

Anyone in need of rapid recovery and complete healing must consider a comprehensive treatment plan that includes an effective means to minimize swelling and inflammation yet also stimulate healing and tissue elasticity. We have found no better set of tools that can be used at home than this:

Conservative treatment tools just like these have been used successfully by thousands of tendinosis injury sufferers - just like you.

We believe the use of TShellz Wraps^® for boosting blood flow to soft tissue in the elbow and forearm is one of the most under-utilized home treatment options available on the market today. We have client after client that have tried many options out there and have been amazed at how effective and fast the TShellz Wrap treatment can relieve pain and increase blood flow in soft tissue.

With regular use of the Elbow TShellz Wrap:

• Your pain will be reduced.
• Due to increased blood flow, soft tissue in the treatment area will be expected to recover at an accelerated rate with reduced potential for re-injury.
• Your elbow should experience a larger range of motion and increased extensibility of collagen tissue due to the heat effect on soft tissue. This should translate into a reduced rate of re-injury occurrance as soft tissue is known to lengthen and become more flexible when exposed to warm temperature. (Chapter 9 of "Therapeutic Heat and Cold", 4th edition. (amazon.com link - Ed. Justus F. Lehmann, M.D., Williams, and Wilkin)

Doctors and Surgeons are always improving the techniques used in surgery, and results from surgery now are much more positive than they were in the past. However, all surgeries introduce scar tissue, and recovery from elbow surgery can be less than ideal and take longer than anticipated.

If you do wind up getting surgery, know that rehabilitation at-home while attending regular PT or doctor appointments is vital for your overall recovery.

Consistent exercise and conservative treatment on a daily basis during your rehabilitation while working with your doctor or physical therapist is key. This is why you should seriously consider maximizing your recovery by using the TShellz Wrap^® at home once you are approved for PT.

The more consistent you work at enhancing blood flow to surgically repaired soft tissue, the more consistent the healing process will be. Nourishing the tissues will more oxygen and nutrients (which are carried through the blood stream) will give the body a better ability to produce new, healthy collagen. In effect, you will help the body produce stronger tissues while potentially reducing the number of setbacks that can occur following surgical procedures.

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The Key Point To Keep in Mind When Treating Your Elbow Injury

Make Sure That Complete Healing is Your #1 Goal

We all know that if the injury was healed, the pain would go away but what about the opposite situation? If the pain is gone, does that mean the injury is better? Unfortunately, this is not always true.

Too many people only focus on suppressing pain symptoms while providing less attention to the true healing aspects of the body. Experiencing less pain, while obviously a good short-term goal, never equates to underlying healing. Scar tissue can remain for months after one gets to a point of being relatively pain-free. However, as long the weak and brittle scar tissue remains, you are susceptible to re-injury or re-aggravation. Certain motions or movements can cause the weaker tissue to easily tear - resulting in some reversal of the recovery up until that point.

This is why we recommend for people to continue with their doctor or therapist recommended exercises and to continue with mild treatments of the TShellz Wrap^® for a period of time - to better ensure complete healing.

Ongoing treatments to enhance circulation will soothe, relax and promote healing of your damaged elbow muscles and tendons. Elbow T•Shellz treatments will also allow your soft tissue to extend further due to the deep warming sensation created by the enhanced circulation to the treatment area. The more extensibile your tissues are, the less likely they are to strain or sprain.

The Elbow TShellz Wrap^® is intended to be used as a vital part of a conservative treatment protocol for people recovering from elbow, forearm, upper arm or general elbow injuries - such as muscle tears, tendon tears, strains, tendonitis, tendinopathy, tendinosis, impingements, elbow bursitis, and any pain associated with trigger points, scar tissue, and arthritis in the arm, elbow or forearm.

Let me tell you, we appreciate all the feedback we have received over the years. We have had many medical professionals, athletes and everyday people call and write to tell us about their positive experiences with our devices and the company in general. It never gets old hearing about the successes and it provides us with the motivation to continue doing what we do best - provide individuals with options to heal from the comfort of their own home.

Below is a small sample of some of the Customer Service comments we have received from customers...

If you're tired of being told that resting, drugs and surgery are the only answers to your elbow injury.... Be optimistic, because there are effective alternatives for you.

We will never claim our products will work for everyone. That is simply impossible to achieve. Everyone has a different capacity for recovery and different circumstances behind their injuries and/or conditions.

In addition, some people may have a hard time sticking with recommended protocol in order to achieve benefits from our devices. Quite simply, our clients that have had successful outcomes have made a small effort to invest 60 minutes a day into the program. If you do the same, chances are you will be very happy with the outcome. The fact that our very low return rate speaks volumes as to the confidence we have that our products will be effective for you! I mean with a full 60 day money back guarantee on our wraps, there really is no risk in trying.

Right after you place an order, email us and we will have a plan developed immediately so you will be able to get started upon arrival of your parcel. We can't promise you miraculous results, however, we do promise to do everything we can to help you with your condition.

Everything you have read up to now has hopefully given you some hope.

However, words are meaningless unless a company stands strongly behind the products they sell. This is what sets us apart from others...we offer people a comprehensive, 60 day, full 100% money back guarantee. We take on all of the risk because we know our products work well for the overwhelming majority of people who purchase them.

We Stand Behind All Our Promises With An Iron-Clad Guarantee

• Guarantee #1

  Use your products diligently for up to 60 days and you will experience a significant reduction in pain. If not, I encourage you to send back the items for a no-hassle 100% refund.

• Guarantee #2

  You will not be left in the dark after purchasing any product from us. AidMyTennisElbow Advisors and Product Specialists are available 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Eastern Standard Time Monday to Friday.

• Guarantee #3

  Your order is guaranteed to be shipped within 24 hours on every business day.

• Guarantee #4

  All purchases receive a one year, full replacement warranty with guaranteed, prompt service.

• Guarantee #5

  You could save hundreds of dollars and possibly more, by getting back to work sooner.

Living with pain is never easy as it affects your entire lifestyle. Nothing is more important than making the proper decision when it comes to treating your muscle injury. Most methods only mask the problems or provide temporary relief; they do not treat the pain at its source.

AidMyTennisElbow stands out in this regard as our goal is to help you heal for the longer-term.

The bottom line is, you are welcome to try our products for a full 2 months. If you do not receive the benefits that others have experienced, call us to let us know you will return your purchase back to us and we will issue a prompt & full refund. There will be no hard feelings.

The fastest option you have to get our product into your hands as soon as possible is by placing your order online - at this very moment..

Or, Call Our Office. We are open Monday to Friday to allow you place an order over the phone. Simply call toll free 1-866-237-9608 to place an order with one of our knowledgeable Product Advisors. They have the ability to answer all your questions...ensuring you only receive the products you need.

If you choose to order through our online shop, know that we keep no credit card data on file. Once the transaction is completed, the credit information disappears from our internal systems.

As you can see, ordering from us is a very easy and safe process, no matter if choosing to order on-line or over the phone.

Are you still unsure about placing an order? let me address some questions that may causing some hesitation...

What is the success rate of the Elbow TShellz Wraps^®? Do they really work?

We try and keep in touch with a large percentage of our customers, and we encourage them to do the same. In doing so, we have received a lot of feedback as we have been in the business since 2008.

We can say that the return rate on our products is only around 5 to 10% any given month. That is exceptional by anyone's standards. Therefore, we can safely indicate that the overwhelming majority of people who purchase from us do achieve benefits with our products.

How much time do I need to dedicate for treatments? Are the products easy to use?

The TShellz Wraps^® are very easy devices to use. After one or two uses, you will engage in the treatments with ease. Very detailed instructions are included and you are always welcome to contact us by phone or email if the need for help arises.

In regards to the TShellz Wrap^®, it is ideal to use the device two or three times a day on average. Each treatment session is a maximum of 20 minutes in duration and the device will turn off automatically at that time. Typically, people use the TShellz Wrap^® before bed, upon awakening (or not long after) and one other time during the day when the opportunity presents itself. For people in an office setting, many will use the device at work (as it can be worn over clothing). For others, they will use the device an our or two after work.

A Cold Compress or Ice Pack is primarily used following activity that stresses the injured tissues (following work, after a sports activity, or just suffering a general re-injury). This is done to reduce inflammation and to minimize tissue damage. Treatments are 15 to 20 minutes in duration.

How long has MendMeShop been in business

We established our firm in December of 2005. Our track record in this field continues to grow and we plan on being around for many decades to come.

What is your return policy? Is it the standard 30 days?

We go above and beyond what other companies offer - we offer a full 60 day money back guarantee with no restocking fees.

AidMyTennisElbow advisors do not work on commission, so be assured you will only receive fair and objective information.

Product Advisors are available 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Eastern Standard Time Monday to Friday.

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During your recovery, you will probably have to modify and/or eliminate any activities that cause pain or discomfort at the location of your soft tissue injury until the pain and inflammation settle. Always consult your doctor and/or Physical Therapist before using any of our outstanding products, to make sure they are right for you and your condition. The more diligent you are with your treatment and rehabilitation, the faster you will see successful results!