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Bohizzle
06-21-2005, 10:56 AM
I've just been diagnosed with bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome and was told to lay off of any exercises or movements that put stress on the wrists.. so in short, i was wondering if anyone could help me out with a routine that would minimize wrist stress. now this shouldn't affect my lower body workouts at all, but mainly was just looking for some help with upper body stuff. i was thinking about doing gm's, but that's all i can think of that doesn't use the wrists :(. any help would be appreciated.

Andrew

drew
06-21-2005, 10:58 AM
Get a second opinion. Find yourself a physical therapist. Strengthen your wrists.

Bohizzle
06-21-2005, 11:49 AM
yeah i was planning on getting a second opinion as well, but the problem with strengthening my wrists is that basically any motion with them causes pain, so i guess it's a bit too late to start strengthening them. I'm gunna get another opinion though, just in case.

Andrew

drew
06-21-2005, 12:09 PM
It's not too late. It will probably always hurt. Therapy can make them stronger over time. Not time to quit yet.