Hi All,
By now I'm sure you've all heard me praise how great it is to be back after 10 years off...so this note is a little different.
How does one know if the shoulders are just sore, or if there is an onset of injury (like tendonitus)?
And, when swimming front quadrant, how far should the hand reach toward the wall? In TI it recommends reaching really far out, which I've been doing, and consequently really reaching out exagerating the shoulder. Maybe I shouldn't do this?
Thanks for any advice--I don't want to be out before I even have a chance to start!
Best,
Jerrycat :confused:
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I'd recommend you see an orthopedist, preferably one who specializes in sports medicine. He or she can order x rays or an MRI if appropriate and then refer you to a physical therapist. Rest alone may not solve the problem if there is a muscle imbalance and/or poor stroke mechanics. Antiinflammatory medications are very helpful, especially some of the newer drugs like Vioxx or Mobic. The numbness and tingling are concerning and need to be further evaluated, as this is not typical for simple tendonitis.
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I'd recommend you see an orthopedist, preferably one who specializes in sports medicine. He or she can order x rays or an MRI if appropriate and then refer you to a physical therapist. Rest alone may not solve the problem if there is a muscle imbalance and/or poor stroke mechanics. Antiinflammatory medications are very helpful, especially some of the newer drugs like Vioxx or Mobic. The numbness and tingling are concerning and need to be further evaluated, as this is not typical for simple tendonitis.
