Shoulder
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Printed Date: 27 Aug 2025 at 11:42am
Topic: Shoulder
Posted By: Tobin
Subject: Shoulder
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2008 at 9:13pm
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I am out of the game for a while. How long is yet to be determined?
I wish I had a great story to go along with the seperation, but basically I over reached on a roll, caught a bit to much water and KAPOW! (ala Batman)
Thanks to Adam for putting it back in and walking out with me, and finding a ride, and getting me a beer before himself.
This is the second time I have done this, the first I didn't follow the most intelligent post injury routine, I basically decided I was tough and it would heal. I sure showed it!
This time I am done with paddling in pain and having no confidence in my shoulder.
I have thought allot about my paddling over the past 9 months since the first time I hurt my shoulder, I have been paddling VERY tennatively. I told myself I was stepping down a little to allow time to heal, however I know realize I was paddling scared.
I had very little t ono confidence in my roll (caused mostly by having no confidence in my shoulder) Thats a pretty bad way to paddle.
Lesson Learned
I know this is a frequent topic on the forum, and I have read back through all the advice. Keep it coming.
This is an Acrimioclavicular seperation ( the 'other' shoulder joint.
Now I can even out my tan and get rid of the shorty neck gasket kayak look.
SYOTR or Bar
Cheers
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Posted By: sworcester
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2008 at 10:19pm
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Tobin,
Sorry to hear about your shoulder*@! I don't have any hero stories either. I have had 2 AC separations, one skiing requiring surgery, and another kayaking (same shoulder). What grade of separation do yo have? It may be awhile, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I've been there. Give me a call or pm me. Steve 360-802-6587 |
Posted By: Tobin
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2008 at 10:26pm
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I have no idea what grade it is? I am sure the MD will let me know tomorrow.
I'll let ya know when I do ------------- Sure? |
Posted By: bronkrdr
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2008 at 10:26pm
That's what friends are for. ![]("http://www.professorpaddle.com/forum/smileys/smiley14.gif") Make sure you take the time to heal. Man, it won't ever be the same on any river without you out there - but it'll be ten times better once your 100%.
- Adam ------------- I drink rum and wear my wife's underwear when no one is looking! |
Posted By: dragorossinw
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 8:18am
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Dude! That Sucks - Welcome to the family of Fricked Up Shoulders! Take your time and heal well, but on the up side, it gives you butt loads of time to sell butt loads of Boats! I would say something like, the shoulder thing wouldn't have happened if you were paddling a DragoRossi, but I will not, that would be rude. ------------- Tony Z dragorossinorthwest@yahoo.com www.nookiekayaking.us www.dragorossi.com www.donkeyfIip.com |
Posted By: huckin harms
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 8:40am
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TOBIN! Shisters! Darn dude, we are bummed to hear about this... wish I could offer better advice than ibuprofen and beer. We hope you have a speedy recovery. |
Posted By: Tobin
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 9:42am
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Thanks guys!
In the words or Arnold "I'll be back"
Really this is what I should have done last August, but my stubborn nature over road my self presevation.
This time my self presevation is backed up by Ambre's voice (and foot in my ass if needed)
And as if to add insult to injury - WOW look at those levels. Trinity is in.
Who wants to take the Smoothy to Leavenworth for the weekend?
I need someone t oget it out on hte water more so I can get a better feel for it. My time was somewhat short lived.
Cheers & Beers (And Ibuprophen, ) ------------- Sure? |
Posted By: Courtney
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 9:52am
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Man Tobin, sorry to hear about it. I hurt mine about 3 or 4 months ago and have been taking it easy since I don't want to dislocate it. Maybe this is payback for taking Anber down and dislocating her shoulder. (cough, cough). ;-) Heal up quickly. If you just want to get out on the water, we take trips in our canoe down the easy stretches of the Sky off and on throughout the summer with the kids. It's just nice to get out, relax, and soak up the sun from time to time.
Courtney
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Posted By: huckin harms
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 11:32am
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Posted By: H2Ohta
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 11:44am
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Tobin, sorry to hear about the shoulder. If you are in the Leavenworth area or would just like to get some advice from a fellow paddler who happens to be a physical therapist there is a local paddler named Joe Aponik. He works at Cascade Medical Center PT and he is very good as well as having a padling and outdoor recreation background. The number for the medical center is 509-548-5815 and ask for Joe in Physical Therapy. Tell him Chris Ohta recommended you. (2nd thought that might work against you). Just kidding he is a good friend of mine. Hope your rehab goes well and as water levels drop the play goes out but the beer-tubing comes in on the Wenatchee so if you want to throw down on some inner tubes later this summer give me a holler.
Chris Ohta ------------- H2Ohta |
Posted By: Tobin
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 3:30pm
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Mike I'llfigure out a way to get it to you, let me know if you have any ideas.
Ohta,
Beer tubing is my second fav sport, thaks for the advice.
------------- Sure? |
Posted By: Jeff
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 5:16pm
Tobin, sorry to hear about the injury! That sucks! But I have a better suggestion the the vitamin I. Go for the Vicodin. It pairs well with any alcohol (almost as well as guns and alcohol!) haha! If you're ever interested in floating the Powerhouse down to Fall City you can actually run some fun II+ stuff in a tube with a beer, and there is always plenty of "scenery" to look at along the way! Heal up quick!![]("http://www.professorpaddle.com/forum/smileys/smiley10.gif") ------------- "What could possibly go wrong?" www.flickr.com/photos/jeffdwyer/ |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 5:19pm
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Tobin.... I think I'll give ya a call. btw This is no longer the year of the Race, it is now the summer of the shoulder. ------------- |
Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 9:42pm
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Tobin, at least you didn't dislocate it using my lost pump!
I did get it back BTW.... My shoulders always hurt, I probably dislocated the right one a few times, but never a separation (ouch!!) I hope the doctor gives you good grades so you can come out a play more! Get better soon, Dave ------------- Nomad |
Posted By: jP
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2008 at 9:57pm
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Sorry to hear that, Tobin. Take care of that puppy.
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Posted By: Aukija
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2008 at 8:22pm
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I am in the same boat, I get my mri thursday will see.
good luck to to both of us
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Posted By: Tobin
Date Posted: 02 Jul 2008 at 8:07am
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MRI tomorrow also,
I have my fingers crossed, ------------- Sure? |
Posted By: Tobin
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2008 at 8:47pm
The results are in;
![]("http://l.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/i/edu/ref/ga/l/326.gif") I have torn the;
The Coracoclavicular Ligament (ligamentum coracoclaviculare) (Fig. 326).—This ligament serves to connect the clavicle with the coracoid process of the scapula. It does not properly belong to this articulation, but is usually described with it, since it forms a most efficient means of retaining the clavicle in contact with the acromion. It consists of two fasciculi, called the trapezoid and conoid ligaments
And a minor (not full thickness tear of the;
Posted By: spilly Date Posted: 07 Jul 2008 at 9:47pm
Posted By: ashleygoesdisco Date Posted: 08 Jul 2008 at 1:54pm
Posted By: Tobin Date Posted: 08 Jul 2008 at 3:50pm
Posted By: ashleygoesdisco Date Posted: 08 Jul 2008 at 3:53pm
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