Has anyone suffered hypothermia in open water swimming? How serious was that? I read some good article about it, which makes it sound something very important to consider. Also wonder if serious hypothermia, even though recovered, may have lifelong effect or not (e.g. numb hands: could the nerves be permanently damaged?). Thanks for sharing experience and knowledge.
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You should also read this article:
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I know what symptoms that I get early on when cold water swimming so as to know when to get out. I get the "claw" in my left hand. My hand tightens down like a claw, so when that starts, time to get to shore! This so far has only happened when I have been swimming in temps in the mid-50's after close to an hour. You need to know your own body & limits, & yes, damadge can be permanent!
You should also read this article:
www.10kswimmer.com/search
I know what symptoms that I get early on when cold water swimming so as to know when to get out. I get the "claw" in my left hand. My hand tightens down like a claw, so when that starts, time to get to shore! This so far has only happened when I have been swimming in temps in the mid-50's after close to an hour. You need to know your own body & limits, & yes, damadge can be permanent!
