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Elbow support: Imak.


Designed by an orthopedic surgeon to treat people with injuries such as cubital tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow tennis elbow - overuse strain injury , and medial epicondylitis ep·i·con·dy·li·tis
n.
Infection or inflammation of an epicondyle.


Epicondylitis
A painful and sometimes disabling inflammation of the muscle and surrounding tissues of the elbow caused by repeated stress and strain
, the Adjustable Elbow Support prevents excessive movement, permitting pain-free rest. The Elbow Support is made of cushioned foam and a breathable breath·a·ble  
adj.
1. Suitable or pleasant for breathing: breathable air.

2. Permitting air to pass through: a breathable fabric.
 cotton lining. Velcro straps allow easy adjustment.

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Date:Nov 1, 2001
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