I know that Kirk started a thread on this subject back in March of 2010, but I wanted to bring this up again. A week ago I strained my rhomboid major during an open water training session at Barton Springs. I have continued to swim since then, although I did take a day off during the week, and I didn't lift weights. I have used ice, Aleve, stretching, and massage, but it has yet to improve. Given that Greensboro is only a few months away, my plan is to stay in the water and swim through this. Any thoughts?
Gull,
I've never strained my rhomboid major swimming, but I have strained it in the weight room and have learned how to avoid it. For me, it happens when I do any kind of pullover or shoulder press and don't remember to keep my head/chin up. If I inadvertently tuck my chin on my chest I definitely risk the strain.
Definitely see a knowledgeable P-T to help. The ice and Aleve are also good and maybe some wet heat.
Rich
Gull,
I've never strained my rhomboid major swimming, but I have strained it in the weight room and have learned how to avoid it. For me, it happens when I do any kind of pullover or shoulder press and don't remember to keep my head/chin up. If I inadvertently tuck my chin on my chest I definitely risk the strain.
Definitely see a knowledgeable P-T to help. The ice and Aleve are also good and maybe some wet heat.
Rich
