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Orthopaedic doc? Question about T.O.C. & breaststroke

Elaine Krugman
Hey Forumites! Is there an orthopaedic specialist out there who swims and is familiar with thoracic outlet syndrome? I have a theory regarding TOS and swimming 200 breaststroke, and would like to know if I'm on to something here. I don't need a consultation; I would just like to ask a question to another Forumite who is familiar with both angles; TOS and breaststroke technique. If you will send me a PM, I would most appreciate bouncing this off you! Thanks! :agree:
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  • Dr. Gillogly's office. They are the best in the Atlanta area. They have treated my knee, my dad's knees and shoulders and my sister's legs. Dr G is the former Falcon's ortho and I believe did the Thrashers until they moved. www.atlantasportsmedicine.com/.../ Thanks 'shark! I just edited my post, because I see how I didn't make myself clear. I no longer need to see a doctor; I have had surgery on one shoulder and was able to rehab the other one well enough to avoid a second surgery. Thankfully, I feel great- most of the time! I am just hoping one of the other Forumites is familiar with both TOS and breaststroke technique; enough to know whether I am on the right track with my thinking about why my arms fatigue so much during the last half of 200 breaststroke. (Forumites, don't even go there about training. Believe me, I am diligently following King Frog's training advice!) It's the only stroke where the arms always stay in front of the shoulders (except for starts and turns). This is a crucial difference to somebody with TOS. An orthopaedist would understand where I am going with this enough to confirm or dispute my theory... Thanks, though! :)
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  • Dr. Gillogly's office. They are the best in the Atlanta area. They have treated my knee, my dad's knees and shoulders and my sister's legs. Dr G is the former Falcon's ortho and I believe did the Thrashers until they moved. www.atlantasportsmedicine.com/.../ Thanks 'shark! I just edited my post, because I see how I didn't make myself clear. I no longer need to see a doctor; I have had surgery on one shoulder and was able to rehab the other one well enough to avoid a second surgery. Thankfully, I feel great- most of the time! I am just hoping one of the other Forumites is familiar with both TOS and breaststroke technique; enough to know whether I am on the right track with my thinking about why my arms fatigue so much during the last half of 200 breaststroke. (Forumites, don't even go there about training. Believe me, I am diligently following King Frog's training advice!) It's the only stroke where the arms always stay in front of the shoulders (except for starts and turns). This is a crucial difference to somebody with TOS. An orthopaedist would understand where I am going with this enough to confirm or dispute my theory... Thanks, though! :)
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