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
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Those are great points. Six months ago I began a rehab program intended to strengthen the muscles which support the scapula. This has made a significant difference. I read somewhere that we should think of it as staying fit to swim, rather than swimming to stay fit.
Those are great points. Six months ago I began a rehab program intended to strengthen the muscles which support the scapula. This has made a significant difference. I read somewhere that we should think of it as staying fit to swim, rather than swimming to stay fit.
