Rehabilitation Vs Ocean Rehabilitation
Take home points
1) Concepts for rehabilitation after surgery are similar to any other shoulder injury, but a greater understanding for the specific procedure is required.
2) Aggressive training in non-surgerized areas of the body is possible so long as the injured area is not placed at risk.
3) Rapid return to the water, even if the arm is not used, is the most important goal of the process
Surgery is one of the worst fates for a swimmer. In many cases surgery is avoidable, but that is a separate discussion. (When to Have Surgery) For now, we’ll assume that surgery has happened and the next task is to make the best of a poor situation. Fortunately, many swimmers make a successful return to the pool, largely due to advances in surgical techniques and rehabilitation …show more content…
You can begin with kicking with arms at side. Anything to preserve feel for the water. As we have said many times on this site, aquatic rehabilitation follows different rules than land rehabilitation since we aren’t naturally aquatic creatures. (SwimmingScience Return to Swim Program)
6) Nutrition/ sleep – Both are important for creating healthy healing environment. Admittedly can be difficult to prioritize these areas during busy times of work and school but there is no excuse to be less than excellent if your swim practice time has been reduced (giving you upwards of 20 extra hours per week of free time for napping and meal prep!)
7) Mental rehearsal – On that note, use the extra time to practice mentally. There is robust evidence that mental practice (motor imagery) can enhance physical performance. Though many swimmers don't make the time for motor imagery practice during peak training time (though the best in the world surely do), there is no excuse to skip this training if recovering from surgery! (Motor Imagery Guide for
1) Concepts for rehabilitation after surgery are similar to any other shoulder injury, but a greater understanding for the specific procedure is required.
2) Aggressive training in non-surgerized areas of the body is possible so long as the injured area is not placed at risk.
3) Rapid return to the water, even if the arm is not used, is the most important goal of the process
Surgery is one of the worst fates for a swimmer. In many cases surgery is avoidable, but that is a separate discussion. (When to Have Surgery) For now, we’ll assume that surgery has happened and the next task is to make the best of a poor situation. Fortunately, many swimmers make a successful return to the pool, largely due to advances in surgical techniques and rehabilitation …show more content…
You can begin with kicking with arms at side. Anything to preserve feel for the water. As we have said many times on this site, aquatic rehabilitation follows different rules than land rehabilitation since we aren’t naturally aquatic creatures. (SwimmingScience Return to Swim Program)
6) Nutrition/ sleep – Both are important for creating healthy healing environment. Admittedly can be difficult to prioritize these areas during busy times of work and school but there is no excuse to be less than excellent if your swim practice time has been reduced (giving you upwards of 20 extra hours per week of free time for napping and meal prep!)
7) Mental rehearsal – On that note, use the extra time to practice mentally. There is robust evidence that mental practice (motor imagery) can enhance physical performance. Though many swimmers don't make the time for motor imagery practice during peak training time (though the best in the world surely do), there is no excuse to skip this training if recovering from surgery! (Motor Imagery Guide for