Hey guys, just found this forum on google and I've already read some really helpful threads. Several years ago I herniated a disc in a car accident. Doctors have been suggesting surgery all along but I've been hoping to avoid it with intensive core workouts and swimming. While I got some relief from yoga and swimming, I've since developed a SLAP tear and since diagnosis haven't gone swimming or done yoga since. The problem is if I'm not active enough then my back gets worse and worse. I was wondering if you had any suggestions in terms of types of swimming that could be helpful, maybe kickboarding? Also, some of you recommended pilates in an older thread. While I've done a bunch of yoga, I've never tried pilates and don't know if it would be too hard on my shoulder.
In terms of swimming, what about my stroke (usually free style) could have injured my shoulder? Not saying it necessarily happened while swimming...
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You should see a physical therapist. Surgery to repair a SLAP tear is not always necessary. You should try PT first and give it at least 6 months. Shoulders take a long time to heal. You should DEFINITELY not use a kick board or paddles -- they are horrible for your shoulders. If you want to do kick sets get a FINNIS swimmers snorkel.
You should see a physical therapist. Surgery to repair a SLAP tear is not always necessary. You should try PT first and give it at least 6 months. Shoulders take a long time to heal. You should DEFINITELY not use a kick board or paddles -- they are horrible for your shoulders. If you want to do kick sets get a FINNIS swimmers snorkel.
