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« on: February 04, 2012, 11:08:21 AM » |
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I recently broke my upper left arm doing arm wrestling.
I'm currently recovering from surgery, but once I start working out again, should I worry about breaking anything by lifting too much weight?
My bones are healthy according to my doctors; they even took a marrow sample that they had analysed. My doctors also told me my upper left arm muscles were stronger than my bone, so is there any need for concern? Any similar experiences?
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« Reply #1 on: February 04, 2012, 11:16:14 AM » |
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this is a question which you should ask your coach because he or she may have experienced it in the past and may tell you how to go about it.  |
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« Reply #2 on: February 04, 2012, 11:52:48 AM » |
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I would do that gladly, if I had a coach . I will ask my surgeon once I see him again in a few days, but as they don't see this sort of thing very often at the hospital, I was wondering about some advise from any guys who have been lifting heavy for a long time. |
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« Reply #3 on: February 04, 2012, 11:56:16 AM » |
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I would do that gladly, if I had a coach . I will ask my surgeon once I see him again in a few days, but as they don't see this sort of thing very often at the hospital, I was wondering about some advise from any guys who have been lifting heavy for a long time. so how are you doing wrestling without a coach? for fun? with the permission of your doc, lift light - very light, and always see your doctor for regular checkups. |
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« Reply #4 on: February 04, 2012, 12:54:39 PM » |
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I would do that gladly, if I had a coach . I will ask my surgeon once I see him again in a few days, but as they don't see this sort of thing very often at the hospital, I was wondering about some advise from any guys who have been lifting heavy for a long time. so how are you doing wrestling without a coach? for fun? with the permission of your doc, lift light - very light, and always see your doctor for regular checkups. I recently broke my upper left arm doing arm wrestling.
I'm currently recovering from surgery, but once I start working out again, should I worry about breaking anything by lifting too much weight?
My bones are healthy according to my doctors; they even took a marrow sample that they had analysed. My doctors also told me my upper left arm muscles were stronger than my bone, so is there any need for concern? Any similar experiences?
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« Reply #5 on: February 04, 2012, 12:56:04 PM » |
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I would do that gladly, if I had a coach . I will ask my surgeon once I see him again in a few days, but as they don't see this sort of thing very often at the hospital, I was wondering about some advise from any guys who have been lifting heavy for a long time. so how are you doing wrestling without a coach? for fun? with the permission of your doc, lift light - very light, and always see your doctor for regular checkups. I recently broke my upper left arm doing arm wrestling.
I'm currently recovering from surgery, but once I start working out again, should I worry about breaking anything by lifting too much weight?
My bones are healthy according to my doctors; they even took a marrow sample that they had analysed. My doctors also told me my upper left arm muscles were stronger than my bone, so is there any need for concern? Any similar experiences?
:3 yes, is it rare to have a coach in arm wrestling? |
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« Reply #6 on: February 04, 2012, 12:57:13 PM » |
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I would do that gladly, if I had a coach . I will ask my surgeon once I see him again in a few days, but as they don't see this sort of thing very often at the hospital, I was wondering about some advise from any guys who have been lifting heavy for a long time. so how are you doing wrestling without a coach? for fun? with the permission of your doc, lift light - very light, and always see your doctor for regular checkups. I recently broke my upper left arm doing arm wrestling.
I'm currently recovering from surgery, but once I start working out again, should I worry about breaking anything by lifting too much weight?
My bones are healthy according to my doctors; they even took a marrow sample that they had analysed. My doctors also told me my upper left arm muscles were stronger than my bone, so is there any need for concern? Any similar experiences?
:3 yes, is it rare to have a coach in arm wrestling? Most people just do arm wrestling for fun. So yes. |
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« Reply #7 on: February 04, 2012, 12:58:42 PM » |
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I would do that gladly, if I had a coach . I will ask my surgeon once I see him again in a few days, but as they don't see this sort of thing very often at the hospital, I was wondering about some advise from any guys who have been lifting heavy for a long time. so how are you doing wrestling without a coach? for fun? with the permission of your doc, lift light - very light, and always see your doctor for regular checkups. I recently broke my upper left arm doing arm wrestling.
I'm currently recovering from surgery, but once I start working out again, should I worry about breaking anything by lifting too much weight?
My bones are healthy according to my doctors; they even took a marrow sample that they had analysed. My doctors also told me my upper left arm muscles were stronger than my bone, so is there any need for concern? Any similar experiences?
:3 yes, is it rare to have a coach in arm wrestling? Most people just do arm wrestling for fun. So yes. i see. |
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« Reply #8 on: February 06, 2012, 04:53:07 AM » |
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With all due respect, I'm not here asking for workout advise in the sense of recovery training. I will follow my doctor's advise and own good judgement for that.
What I would like to know is whether there is any risk of another fracture by simply lifting too heavy. I've gotten the impression that the folks over at the hospital don't have a lot of experience with this sort of thing, so I would like to hear from a few long time lifters.
Any insights are much appreciated.
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« Reply #9 on: February 08, 2012, 02:18:38 AM » |
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My guess is you rboke that bone due to too much torsion/and/or sideway force?
Arm wrestling differs from general lifting. You go beyond what your body can handle depending on who's facing you.
With weights you should go for controlled lifting and progress with minor steps to avoid such things. I'm no fan of 1 rep monster lifts to see if the body can handle it. Stay safe!
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« Reply #10 on: February 11, 2012, 07:05:28 AM » |
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What happens is very logical when you think about it, but as so many people do arm wrestling for fun, it's easy to forget the dangers involved. Especially with a decent adversary you're both putting a lot of force on each other's bones.
This is what happened to me and I'm only an intermediate lifter. So to anyone who is built, please take this as a warning! I nearly escaped paralysis of my left wrist and fingers, because the nerve strand responsible for controlling them was close to getting either trapped or severed. Be careful!
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« Reply #11 on: February 11, 2012, 07:13:28 AM » |
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With all due respect, I'm not here asking for workout advise in the sense of recovery training. I will follow my doctor's advise and own good judgement for that.
What I would like to know is whether there is any risk of another fracture by simply lifting too heavy. I've gotten the impression that the folks over at the hospital don't have a lot of experience with this sort of thing, so I would like to hear from a few long time lifters.
Any insights are much appreciated.
I haven't experienced a wrist/arm related injury, but I experienced a rib/shoulder injury. The former from being hit by a golf ball and aggravated by a kick to the rib. While the latter was from doing a hand stand. Thing is, took me more than three weeks and started with baby weights with the okay of my doc. Just small increments at a time. It helped with my bone density, which is the reason why I lift weights. The pain's still there with the shoulders and the rib. it's been more than ten years, but I still feel it. Moral of the story? You will heal, you can lift heavy AFTER a long period of time with lifting light weights and improving per month. So, trust your doc. I did. Back then there was no bro science to read; so despite what I thought of my doctors I followed their advise and they didn't lead me astray, looking back years ago. |
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« Reply #12 on: February 11, 2012, 09:52:19 AM » |
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If you break/injure a bone or muscle it will always be there.
You may "heal", but as you grow older, it will be the first to give out
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« Reply #13 on: February 12, 2012, 12:10:11 PM » |
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Actually my surgeon confirmed the stories I'd heard about broken bone becoming stronger during recovery. What happens is that 'new bone' not only glues the broken parts back together, but also forms some sort of a coating around the fracture, which results in a stronger bone.
I've never heard of previously broken bones deteriorating faster with age, but I'll make sure to check this with my surgeon once I see him again.
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« Reply #14 on: February 12, 2012, 12:12:29 PM » |
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Actually my surgeon confirmed the stories I'd heard about broken bone becoming stronger during recovery. What happens is that 'new bone' not only glues the broken parts back together, but also forms some sort of a coating around the fracture, which results in a stronger bone.
I've never heard of previously broken bones deteriorating faster with age, but I'll make sure to check this with my surgeon once I see him again.
You're smart by choosing to ask your surgeon in the future. Keep up this way of thinking. |
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