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raj_menon
09-22-2005, 09:37 AM
Hi All:
In June 2003, I underwent an arthroscopic surgery to reapir a labrum tear. I have come a long way since in gaining back and improving on my strength. I had tested my shoulder in different planes in my workouts with Clubbells and KBs and pullups/Dips. It wasn't until this craze for Over Head Squatting caught me that I realized that some movements may be beyond my physical capabilities.

I am trying to practise staying in the groove with simply a broomstick handle and a few shoulder dislocates with the same but even this leaves me sore in my repaired shoulder for days. Is there something I can do to help me overcome this or wil I have to avoid attempting this at all?

I do warrior wellness drills as my warmup or cooldown atleast twice a week and my workouts are mostly crossfit style circuits with KBs and CBs.

Your thoughts and inputs are are greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

JasonE
09-22-2005, 04:41 PM
Bump up your Warrior Wellness practice to daily, and find an alternative to overhead squats. Check the "CST WOD" board for suggestions.

Long-term, I think you should spend some time working with Dan Chomycia's "Mobilized Strength" to rebuild full-range strength in your shoulders. It will take time, but if you ever want to OHS, I highly recommend it.

Scott Sonnon
09-22-2005, 08:36 PM
Downward dog, performed properly and held for 3 minutes (no higher than an RPD of 4) has helped many others in similar circumstances over the course of two weeks.

Follow up with Warrior Wellness locally and generally.

raj_menon
09-23-2005, 04:23 AM
I will definitely increase the frequency and focus on warrior wellness exercises and will also study the other suggestions. Thanks much.

Sincerely,