elbow problems

[blkmuscles]

cant extend my elbow out to a full range of motion ..hurt it doing bench press..been taking ibuprofen but still want let up...hoping surgery can be avoided.open to ideas HELP!!

[SmittyTheOX]

From my experience with elbow injuries its likely cause by bad wrist positioning/strength. Take some time away from benching until is eases. Also ensure your wrists remain in a locked and stable position throughout every exercise you do.

You may also want to look at getting some powerlifting wrist wraps while its recovering and then for your harder sets.

[FireGuy]

Stop locking out as well.

[elfin1mf]

YES this is VERY important that you do not hurt this any worse. This could be a problem with your tendon and can cripple you for life if you ignore it. I have had this before and it took a couple months to get over it. DO NOT stop training but do exercises which put little to no tension on the elbow. It may help to get creative.