Elbow Problem

Bigger Stronger Leaner Over 35 Lifter
1

I am a 46 year old who has been weight training/cardio training for more than 20 years. Saw a specialist yesterday who advised that my elbow which I cant extend fully and is very rigid and restricted in movement, is arthritic. He has suggested that while physio might help, little can be done. I experience pain while benchpressing and when doing bicep curls so would welcome any advice or guidance re the following.

Which chest exercises would be best as an alternative to benching - (current max - 240-260) I use a pec dec to finish my current chest workout.

Which exercise/s will enable me to work my arms fully - when raising arm it wont flex beyond 120 degrees

Can anyone recommend an elbow support which might help?

I would appreciate it if those of the opinion that I should ‘retire gracefully’ would keep those opinions to themselves.

Many Thanks in anticipation.

Eugene

2

Try ART. Active Release Therapy. It worked for my elbow.

3

Fish oil is helpful for arthritis. Zostrix HP is also very helpful for the pain.

5

Thanks for the responses guys, I appreciate your guidance. Bushy, I live in Northern Ireland so it might be difficult to get alflutops -human grade or otherwise. Anyone got any suggestions re alternative exercises and/or elbow supports/straps.

Eugene