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Also, apparently too long a paddle can mess up your shoulder. The following recommendation appears online. How does this sound?
What length paddle do I need? Paddle length is important for technique, posture, and efficiency. If too long or short, it could cause joint and back injuries, and also not be efficient over long periods. The rule of thumb is to have a paddle "one shaka" (6-8 inches) over your height. Longer is not better and could even cause shoulder joint injury. Your height plus 7 inches is the magic number. From: http://www.c4waterman.com/stand-up-p...do-i-need.html
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There's a whole thread on rotator cuff tears, rehab and conditioning at:
http://forum.realsurf.com/forum/view...p?f=13&t=16086 Including this conditioning routine: http://www.hesfit.com/men/comment/sh...d-the-scapula/ and another overview by a Doc that does Standup at: http://www.paddleboard.com/ask_the_doc/view/79 What else have people experienced and figured out about avoiding shoulder injury and rehabing after?
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In december i dislocated my shoulder and elbow. I am lucky to have a good friend that is a doctor for 3 professional sports teams. He had them relocate my shoulder a special way as not to break the bone in the cuff. Needless to say lots of pain. To the point, i used rubber bands and low impact stretching and paddleboarding to get me back. Started will slow eay paddle, small strokes and worked up to longer stronger strokes. Let the shoulder freeze up and not move is bad, getting it moving again, massage, circulation of blood. The shoulder has bad circulation, some of the worst, plasma injections help blood flow and keep you from getting operated on and movement. Sup brought me back strong and safe......pain yes, but core work out from balance and strength of all mussels is the key. I am no Doc, but i am the result of a good one.....and i aint getting any younger...lol
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I remember you're saying you messed up your shoulder. Didn't know both your elbow and shoulder were injured. Glad you got past it, you're too active to have to deal with that sort of stuff for long.
Thanks for the tips on your progressive rehab, they make sense. Lots of people have mentioned the poor circulation in the area being a problem with rapid healing. Didn't know about the plasma injects, we'll look into those. She's coping pretty well, hope it sorts out quickly. Thanks again for your input. How did you hurt those areas anyway? Quote:
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