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.
Hi Sydned, I know this is an old post but I was wondering if you found something that worked for the raynauds? In the last two years mine has got worse and is now threatening to stop me swimming in cold water without a wetsuit. I've tried most things but nothing seems to help. Any advice would be much appreciated.
Hi Sydned, I know this is an old post but I was wondering if you found something that worked for the raynauds? In the last two years mine has got worse and is now threatening to stop me swimming in cold water without a wetsuit. I've tried most things but nothing seems to help. Any advice would be much appreciated.
