Wrist Supports

[vdubtx]

So as I age, of course certain parts of my body are not what they used to be. My wrist has had pain in it the last year or so and is typically only really present when I bowl until I get warmed up and then is OK. While I was on vacation the last 2 weeks I bowled only one time. Went yesterday for some practice yesterday and my wrist is in some pain today. Since the pain has been manageable I hadn't really researched wrist supports, but now I think I am ready to look into using one.

I have tried using a Robby's regular wrist support, like this one LINK (http://shop.bowlersparadise.com/robbys-leather-original.aspx), in the past and did not like the feel of it. I am thinking maybe as a start trying an ebonite pro form glove like this one LINK (http://ebonite.com/products/product_detail/pro_form_positioner_glove) or one of the more supportive ones like this perhaps LINK (http://shop.bowlersparadise.com/ebonite-z-loc-2.aspx).

Planning to stop into the pro shop sometime this next week to see what they have and to "test drive" some.

Any other suggestions are welcome.

[billf]

The Ebonite glove, the steel plate can be removed leaving a nice, firm, thick strap on the wrist. The others, in my opinion, want to dig into the hand too much.
Another cheap thing to try is wrapping the wrist in athletic tape. I can generally find three rolls for $5. Gives support while still allowing movement.

Good luck!

[classygranny]

You could try a wrist compression sleeve. My friend got one from TommieCopper.com and she has postponed her surgery as it has given her that much relief. I have the elbow compression sleeve and it does alleviate much of the pain.

Don't forget with the wrist supports, some of them change your span just enough to make the ball fit uncomfortable. Test drive, test drive, test drive if you can. I have two wrist supports and never use either one.

[DLP]

I use a mongoose lifter while my hubby uses the equalizer. We have switched back and forth and i am probably going to lose my lifter. If its just for pain and support, you might try just wrapping the wrist or using an ace that has Velcro on it for compression or go the route Bill or Classygranny mentioned.

[vdubtx]

Thanks all for the ideas. Will give some supports a try this week during practice and go from there.

[got_a_300]

This is what I use and I absolutely love it as it offers
great wrist support and has many adjustments to it
so you can fine tune your hand position and release
point position.

Brunswick Powerkoil XF (http://www.bowlingball.com/products/bowling-accessories/Brunswick/5162/Powerkoil-XF-Right-Handed.html)