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    Default Re: Pain in forearm near elbow

    That's great news, Tuna. Glad to hear it. Sounds like your patience and care is paying off. Good luck staying on top of the problem.

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    Default Re: Pain in forearm near elbow

    Been there, done that. I saw a hand therapist for a few weeks, that helped. He massaged me out, and gave me stretching exercises.

    Take frequent breaks when you practice to stretch, and you'll probably want to rest it for a week or so.

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    Default Re: Pain in forearm near elbow

    I thought I would add/share a few of the YouTube videos that helped me:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kuj8YLAHZVg

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qBRc...eature=related

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jEWr...eature=related

    I still do many of these stretches and exercises on a daily basis (before and after playing, during breaks, while at work). I also forgot to mention I often wrapped my forearm with an ace bandage instead of the speciality straps/bands (I just never could get a good even tension where I needed it, without cutting off blood flow, and most limited my range of motion). If my problem sounds similar to yours, then you must put the mandolin down for a little while and heal. Good luck!
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    Default Re: Pain in forearm near elbow

    Do you take lessons?
    A good teacher would identify and correct whatever poor technique that you could be doing with your left arm . Make sure that your left arm and elbow are relaxed, not tense and by your side.
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