I am wondering if any other open water folks deal with Raynaud's Syndrome--extremely cold hands and feet that becomes almost debilitating. Mine has gotten worse in the last two years or so, and with open water swimming in cold conditions, it's been just awful. I deal with color change and pain on an almost daily basis. Sometimes, even after a summer run, I'll be almost unable to use my hands for an hour or so.
With a 10-mile swim coming up, in less than Caribbean conditions up in Vermont, I am getting extremely nervous. This summer, I've been having massive Raynaud's issues because of the crazy weather.
Has anyone else dealt with this? One recommendation is to stay out of cold water--not so much an option!
Thanks.
Thanks to everyone. For some reason, Miso sounds good to me.
The water temperature can be reasonably warm and I still have symptoms. Last night, after practice in an 80 degree pool, I left the pool and had instant color change, numbness, and stiffness. Luckily, I happen to swim with my doctor and she got to see what happens to my fingers and toes.
Now, she's determined to help me before the Vermont swim.
I don't know Perpetuum. Do you get it online?
Thanks to everyone. For some reason, Miso sounds good to me.
The water temperature can be reasonably warm and I still have symptoms. Last night, after practice in an 80 degree pool, I left the pool and had instant color change, numbness, and stiffness. Luckily, I happen to swim with my doctor and she got to see what happens to my fingers and toes.
Now, she's determined to help me before the Vermont swim.
I don't know Perpetuum. Do you get it online?
