When tennis elbow and golfer's elbow strikes


Golfer’s elbow is caused by repetitive twisting motion of the wrist, which affects the forearm muscles, like in this golf swing. — AFP

In young children and toddlers, nursemaid’s elbow is a common injury that occurs when a child is yanked too hard by his hand or wrist.

It may happen when someone lifts a child up by one arm, for example, when trying to carry the child over a curb or high step.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Health

Eating eggs could help lower Alzheimer’s�risk�
Performing Pilates with heat from Japanese Hinoki wood
Avoid massaging those sore muscles
What happens when IVF fails
Why statins can cause pain�
Reducing fat: We are what our food eats
A name change for PCOS
When your thyroid hormones are too high or too low
Outbreak on board! An infectious disease on a ship is a feared occurrence
When you keep clearing your throat

Others Also Read