skybytch 259 #1 January 21, 2003 I did something to my right shoulder a few weeks ago; don't know what exactly but it hurts, it's not getting better and it's driving me freakin' nuts! It's fine when I get up in the morning, but by mid-day at work the shoulder is throbbing and everytime I reach for my mouse or type on the keyboard my thumb and forefinger go to sleep - kinda irritating considering that 90% of my job involves typing and moving the mouse around. ltdiver (who's a physical therapist)looked at it on Saturday and told me that it's likely just a muscle thing; she showed me a few exercises to strengthen it but they aren't doing a damn thing for the symptoms... I don't handle pain or discomfort well... I'm well on my way to becoming a raging bitch and it's not even 2 pm yet. My poor co-workers... they're just thankful I'm not PMS'ing today too! That's all; just wanted to whine a bit. Thanks for listening. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #2 January 21, 2003 wow. this is your second whiny thread! sorry to hear that. hope you feel better. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #3 January 21, 2003 Sounds like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome... Oh wait you have way more posts than that...My remedy to all = Drink heavily Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #4 January 21, 2003 It's probably from using the computer. Look for some info on ergonomic setups for the computer. Most likely it's a repetetive motion injury. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #5 January 21, 2003 Sorry about the shoulder thing.... I want to whine too! It's been crap weather for three weeks now, I just got a new canopy that has only been in the air once, and its cold. Blah. Next?---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #6 January 21, 2003 Here... http://blink.ucsd.edu/Blink/External/Topics/Policy/0,1162,5048,00.html?delivery=&coming_from= Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #7 January 21, 2003 Could it be old age I did something to my shoulder back in October. I was really hurting while I was there doing all those jumps. I thought it was because I was sleeping in different beds and doing lots of jumps in a short time frame. Even after getting back home and sleeping in my own bed and no skydiving, the shoulder was still hurting. Went to the doctor and he ordered six weeks of P.T. After three weeks the pain was worse. Went back to the doctor and he gave me a shot of something right in the shoulder. (sorry, can't remember what it was, and even if I could, I'm sure I couldn't spell it.) Shoulder is great now, it's allowing me to sleep through the night, and that makes me very happy. Stick with the P.T. and if that doesn't work, get to the doctor and yell for some good drugs. May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riddler 0 #8 January 21, 2003 np sb, I'll listen to you whine any day, rather than actually work I'd just like to point out how neglectful we all are of our bodies - I am no exception. I work out every day, and make time to get enough sleep, but I don't make a special effort to do things like massage, chiropractic, yoga, etc, that cost money and time, but are definitely worth it. Massage would probably help you with your shoulder - you can probably arrange some sort of barter trade with the massage person at your DZ. Heck - sounds to me like you should have Viking rub your shoulder - I think he owes you If you can arrange to get a rig for my g/f (she's a CMT), I'm sure she could help you Trapped on the surface of a sphere. XKCD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diverdriver 5 #9 January 21, 2003 Lisa, STOP DOUBLE CLICKING THE MOUSE! At least for a week. That should help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyThomas 0 #10 January 21, 2003 QuoteAfter three weeks the pain was worse. Went back to the doctor and he gave me a shot of something right in the shoulder. (sorry, can't remember what it was, and even if I could, I'm sure I couldn't spell it.) Sounds like Cortisone. Remember south park's lessons though: "Drugs are bad, mmmmKay" I hope your shoulder gets better SB. Peace, Thomas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyboyblue 0 #11 January 21, 2003 fuck it, amputate it immediately. you can still reach your silver with your left. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 3 #12 January 21, 2003 QuoteSTOP DOUBLE CLICKING THE MOUSE! Is THAT what they're calling it these days?quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #13 January 21, 2003 QuoteSounds like Cortisone. Remember south park's lessons though: "Drugs are bad, mmmmKay" Yup, that's it. I know drugs are "bad", but the shoulder feels so good now. Doctor said that if the pain comes back in four to six weeks, the next step is surgery, but I'm not ready to go under the knife again. I'll just get another shoot and wait till next winter for surgery.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #15 January 21, 2003 QuoteSTOP DOUBLE CLICKING THE MOUSE! Something tells me he's not talking about the computer... _Am__ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #16 January 21, 2003 Lisa, ask your boss for an ergonomic evaluation of your workstation. (All claims like this for my division go through me). It's cheaper than a single worker's comp visit by you. Cheap and easy fix is a Fellows wrist rest, with a gel pad, and a roller ball mouse, like the Microsoft trackball optical. By setting your wrist down and not lifting the weight of your arm to move the mouse, you will allow the injury to heal. Bring a heating pad in and heat the injury a few times a day too. Tendons don't get much bloodflow, and that's what you need to heal up. (I just learned this from a doctor's visit regarding my knee). The corizone injections will reduce the swelling, but don't promote healing unless the muscle is allowed to rest. It is a worker's comp injury, so get the boss to spring for the wrist pad and new mouse, he'll save a lot of money by making you more comfortable. JP Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 259 #17 January 21, 2003 Quote It is a worker's comp injury, so get the boss to spring for the wrist pad and new mouse, he'll save a lot of money by making you more comfortable. Considering the hours I spend on the 'puter at home I couldn't ethically go work comp on this. I could easily be irritating it further with my setup at home; hell, the original problem could be related to my home setup. What's wierd is the pain didn't really start until after I added a new mouse pad with the gel wrist rest at home. The roller ball mouse is a good idea; I'll make a run to Staples on payday and get one for the house. But I'll have to figure out how to make one of those (which come with the round PS2 style plug) work with the silly serial port plug on the work machine... Quote Bring a heating pad in and heat the injury a few times a day too. That's very doable! Just need to figure out where I put the heating pad that I used for my back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #18 January 21, 2003 QuoteBut I'll have to figure out how to make one of those (which come with the round PS2 style plug) work with the silly serial port plug on the work machine... I just got one for home, and it came with the round plug with a serial port adapter. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #19 January 21, 2003 QuoteBut I'll have to figure out how to make one of those (which come with the round PS2 style plug) work with the silly serial port plug on the work machine... While you're at Staples, just ask the local geek to find you an adapter. They're cheap, common, and work fine. _Am__ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 259 #20 January 21, 2003 Already tried putting a new mouse on the work 'puter using an adaptor and it didn't work - actually three different mice and two different adaptors didn't work. Funky ass machine I guess... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #21 January 21, 2003 haha I dont think he meant THAT mouse, Lisa!hope you feel better....wait I didnt feel you yet! My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #22 January 21, 2003 QuoteQuoteBut I'll have to figure out how to make one of those (which come with the round PS2 style plug) work with the silly serial port plug on the work machine... While you're at Staples, just ask the local geek to find you an adapter. They're cheap, common, and work fine. _Am I've found that's true for the serial to PS2 adapter, but have had nothing but problems going the other way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #23 January 22, 2003 http://www.fentek-ind.com/ergmouse.htm Dare ye goes! Edited to add: The roller ball (trackball) mouse is a nice start, but it's only temporary. Your wrist will still be in the position that is un-natural. I like the Renaissance mouse, but wouldn't refuse the Finger Track Mouse either.It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ECVZZ 0 #24 January 22, 2003 Quote Thanks for listening. Who said I'm listening??? J/k Lisa, you know I love ya! Sounds like it may be time to go see the sawbones. You may need some anti-inflammatories and pain meds for the healing process. Hope you feel better. G. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
f1freak 0 #25 January 22, 2003 WOW, i have the same thing....... My whole arm and hand will go numb. I know it from poor body position at the comp. It has been gettin worse, i mean it happen all the time now... I just dont want it to happen at pull time... HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
