Arthritis in both elbows

[stevenk]

I have been diagnosed with arthritis in both elbows, has anyone had any experience of this. If so were you able to keep playing golf, or did you have to adapt your play. Wrong time of the year to have a big problem when membership is due. Thinking of not renewing and just do pay and play over the next few months to see how it goes.

 

[Lord Tyrion]

I used to play with a guy who had similar. He adapted his game accordingly. He couldn't get much loft, struggled with chipping. Luckily he played at a links course so would putt from 60yds, just hit lots of low runners to get within range. Incidentally, his pace control from 60yds in with putter was phenomenal.

He did the odd parkland round but that really didn't work for him so he stopped doing that.

How does your course suit you now? Could a move to a links be an option, could it help you?

I think you will have to accept the shots you can and can not play and work with that.

Best of luck, I hope you can find a compromise that keeps you playing.

 

[clubchamp98]

I have been diagnosed with arthritis in both elbows, has anyone had any experience of this. If so were you able to keep playing golf, or did you have to adapt your play. Wrong time of the year to have a big problem when membership is due. Thinking of not renewing and just do pay and play over the next few months to see how it goes.

Yes I have for about 18 months. Shoulders ,elbows and fingers
I have good and bad days.

I have been swimming a lot that really helps.
Can’t practice any more and have gone from 6 to 11 handicap ,had a shocking season last year.

But I’m adapting the way I swing and am playing ok again.
I won’t get back to 6 but single figures is my goal.

So don’t give up !
You need a routine to keep the joints moving don’t just sit around doing nothing.

Graphite shafts might help
Good luck.

 

[irip]

I suffered an injury a few years ago which means I can never swing how I used to.
I have had to adapt my game totally and it feels like starting out again in a lot of respects.
I just treat it as fun and learning all over again.
Some days I play well and others I play rubbish.
Much as every golfer really.

Yes you can carry on but it depends on your mentality and an acceptance that you will have to relearn a lot of the game.
That will also bring its own rewards though.

Treat it like a new adventure and enjoy learning all over again.

 

[Backache]

Los of different types of Arthiritis' and different prognoses often joints are best kept mobile. I would consult with your doc or physio,

 

[arnieboy]

I have arthritis in my right elbow and both knees but it doesn't prevent me from playing golf. Having a total left knee replacement next month and my only concern is how long it will be before I can play 18 holes again!

 

[clubchamp98]

I have arthritis in my right elbow and both knees but it doesn't prevent me from playing golf. Having a total left knee replacement next month and my only concern is how long it will be before I can play 18 holes again!

My mate ex international footballer and good golfer had his done .
He went from 8 to 3 hcap in the next 6 months.

He said “ playing for the first time in years pain free was a godsend”

Do the exercises before you have the op and rehab properly you will be back playing in no time.

 

[Swinglowandslow]

It may not help, or it may. Hope it does
Try turmeric tablets. One a day. Several I know say it helps.
Worth a try. If it doesn’t help, you haven’t lost anything .

 

[jim8flog]

It may not help, or it may. Hope it does
Try turmeric tablets. One a day. Several I know say it helps.
Worth a try. If it doesn’t help, you haven’t lost anything .

Having watched one of the 'Truth About' programs on the box they said you need to take table spoons of Tumeric daily to make a difference.

 

[jim8flog]

A someone who had loads of mobility and various joint problems since my late teens I still say you cannot beat anti-inflammatory drugs but take them with care.

Though I have reached the stage where I sometimes have months off playing more frequently than I used to.

 

[clubchamp98]

A someone who had loads of mobility and various joint problems since my late teens I still say you cannot beat anti-inflammatory drugs but take them with care.

Though I have reached the stage where I sometimes have months off playing more frequently than I used to.

My doctor told me I could take Ibuprofen for my arthritis but it would affect my kidneys.

I take two to play golf but not any other time.

 

[jim8flog]

My doctor told me I could take Ibuprofen for my arthritis but it would affect my kidneys.

I take two to play golf but not any other time.

That is what I was on about with 'take care'. I take Omeprazole in the morning and take the tablets always with food some food before taking them and some immediately afterwards.

I have regular blood tests to monitor any effects on liver and kidneys.

 

[Radbourne2010]

Had chronic tennis & golf elbow in my left arm for nearly 3 years now. Recently went private in London with a Mr Brian Cohen. Sent straight to MRI facility across the road which showed debris inside the joint. Now having shockwave therapy weekly (max 5-6 sessions). It appears to be healing slowly & I can actually play two days in a row for 1st time since 2023
If it doesn’t fix the problem entirely, I’m down for a blood plasma injection back in London. Anything but Steroids. Last chance saloon will be invasive surgery to remove the debris.
Have worn an elbow sleeve for 18 months, which has allowed me to play, albeit with acute pain. Brand is Bauerfeind https://bauerfeind.co.uk/products/b...8E15yFhfIJqn9vTyoyHuPZ9NihlZyLXgaAhHcEALw_wcB Not cheap, but works perfectly. Good luck with it all. I’ve been very frustrated for years now

 

[arnieboy]

My doctor told me I could take Ibuprofen for my arthritis but it would affect my kidneys.

I take two to play golf but not any other time.

I take one a day for the pain.