Chiropractor, osteopath, physio....?
Discussion
I think I already know the answer to this one but thought it worth an ask anyway...
Symptom
Instead ache type pain in the left anterior arm pit region.
Only comes on with neck extension toward end range (looking up).
Seemed to come on after a session in the gym doing power cleans. Felt fine whilst doing it, been about a week now. No pain at all if I don't look up?
It obviously seems to be a neck issue so maybe a good chiro would advise. Already seeing the NHS physio for a knackered left shoulder but not convinced they are any good yet.
I'm getting too old for slinging weights about, not sure if Crossfit suits my "must lift a heavy weight" mentality.
Symptom
Instead ache type pain in the left anterior arm pit region.
Only comes on with neck extension toward end range (looking up).
Seemed to come on after a session in the gym doing power cleans. Felt fine whilst doing it, been about a week now. No pain at all if I don't look up?
It obviously seems to be a neck issue so maybe a good chiro would advise. Already seeing the NHS physio for a knackered left shoulder but not convinced they are any good yet.
I'm getting too old for slinging weights about, not sure if Crossfit suits my "must lift a heavy weight" mentality.
944fan said:
And knock that crossfit on the head. Its a one way street to injury
As much as I love the workouts I'm starting to feel that it's maybe a bit too hard on me, or maybe I'm too hard on myself. I'm inherently not that flexible (unfortunately) so getting the big compound movements knocked out with good form is very hard. Add on 80-90kg olympic bars and the not quite 100% mechanics are making me very prone to injury. I'm pretty fking strong like, I just can't do it with lovely form! 
What else am I gonna do though, I really enjoy being beasted to within an inch of my life, and I love lifting heavy objects.
Ta re the Chiro vs Osteo tip, I'll bear it in mind.
Cheers guys.
I've now got a recommendation for a chiropractor that's a member at my Crossfit gym and seems very highly regarded. But, I think my symptoms are improving a bit so I'm gonna lay off the gym for a few days and see how it goes.
If this neck/arm issue doesn't resolve then I need to think again as to the best way to stay fit & strong.
I've now got a recommendation for a chiropractor that's a member at my Crossfit gym and seems very highly regarded. But, I think my symptoms are improving a bit so I'm gonna lay off the gym for a few days and see how it goes.
If this neck/arm issue doesn't resolve then I need to think again as to the best way to stay fit & strong.
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