Swimmers... particularly Masters Swimmers... tend to develop unique injuries. It is really hard to find information and solutions for these problems outside of the aquatic world. I would appreciate it if folks who have overcome shoulder/elbow injuries (or other swimming related problems) could post information on what your injury was, and how you solved it.
My selfish reason for this new thread? I've been dealing with "swimmer's shoulder" for about 6 years (I'm 32). I'm trying to find a non-surgical solution that will allow me to continue to swim (relatively pain-free?). I swim everything from sprints to open-water marathon swims -- and my shoulder pain (which has spread to my neck and elbows) is making it less enjoyable.
Looking forward to hearing some success stories. Thanks!
Duncan
Parents
Former Member
Be sure to read the book "The 7-Minute Rotator Cuff Solution" by Horrigan and Robinson.
We do a set of exercizes at every practice that are derived predominantly from that book. This, coupled with proper "neutral shoulder" technique, has virtually eliminated shoulder problems in our program.
I've got an article on my site www.H2OustonSwims.org that gives details - "Hops, Whirlpools, Shoulder Thangs and Stretches"
Be sure to read the book "The 7-Minute Rotator Cuff Solution" by Horrigan and Robinson.
We do a set of exercizes at every practice that are derived predominantly from that book. This, coupled with proper "neutral shoulder" technique, has virtually eliminated shoulder problems in our program.
I've got an article on my site www.H2OustonSwims.org that gives details - "Hops, Whirlpools, Shoulder Thangs and Stretches"
