The "Snakes" Got Wrists

Discussion in 'Health' started by SnakeCharmer, Aug 20, 2018.


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  1. SnakeCharmer

    SnakeCharmer iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Front Range, San Gabes
    Name:
    Mike, aka "Ssnake"
    Current Bike:
    YT Izzo
    Well, it's more of a "plum worn out" condition. Not something I can heal from. Basically, the cartilage between two of the tiny bones where my hand and wrist come together is worn away and arthritis is trying to fill in the void. It's a lifelong repetitive use issue. I have tried heat and cold directly and neither helps. However, warm weather is better than cold weather so heat does play a part, probably where flexibility is concerned. Doctors say to use anti-inflammatory meds but I have used enough of that stuff for a lifetime already. Next step is cortisone shots but I want to avoid that since it's only a temporary fix and it might mot help at all. Last resort is actually removing a bone from my hand. :eek:

    Doc says that this is a common condition but usually for older folks. Am I that old? :unsure:
     
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  2. SnakeCharmer

    SnakeCharmer iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Front Range, San Gabes
    Name:
    Mike, aka "Ssnake"
    Current Bike:
    YT Izzo
    This is very interesting info! :thumbsup:
     
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  3. mountaingirl sara

    mountaingirl sara iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    So Cal
    Name:
    Sara
    Current Bike:
    Ibis Ripley
    This^^^^^^ is all spot on IMHO! Diet is everything and fasting(even intermittent) is so good for the body,
    thanks for taking the time to write this all out..hopefully it helps someone out there who’s dealing with inflammation/ joint pain, etc. :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
     
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  4. DangerDirtyD

    DangerDirtyD iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    CA
    Name:
    Chicken Nugget
    Current Bike:
    2018 Guerrilla Gravity SMASH
    All of this is in direct conflict with ¡Taco Tuesday!
     
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  5. buggravy

    buggravy iMTB Addict

    Location:
    Calabasas
    Name:
    Matt
    Current Bike:
    Transition Sentinel
    I dare say it has been a bit life changing for me, or is at least heading in that direction. That said, the quest for information on it is a rabbit hole. If you decide to delve into it a bit, and like to listen as opposed to read (I do), the episode of Joe Rogan's podcast with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (the most recent one - she has been on there a couple times) is a great jumping off point.
     
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  6. scan

    scan iMTB Rockstah

    Name:
    fran allas
    Current Bike:
    Scott Spark
    You should at least try that brace I recommended on post #46.
     
  7. SnakeCharmer

    SnakeCharmer iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Front Range, San Gabes
    Name:
    Mike, aka "Ssnake"
    Current Bike:
    YT Izzo
    I wouldn't be able to function wearing a brace of any kind. Limiting motion is what my doctor wants me to do. Limiting motion would put me out of business. In fact, I dare to say that what I do for work requires more out of a hand than the average line of work. To that, my doctor says, find another line of work. :mad:
     
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  8. mountaingirl sara

    mountaingirl sara iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    So Cal
    Name:
    Sara
    Current Bike:
    Ibis Ripley
    Keep using the CBD, I’ve heard it can take a little while to get into the system. Either way it can’t hurt:thumbsup:
     
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  9. mike

    mike iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Western US
    Name:
    Mike O
    Current Bike:
    HT, FS
    Window washing? Thanks for the picture of what you're up against. If your condition is as advanced as you say, and the surgery is not uncommon and has favorable outcome, I'd be leaning toward that definitive solution. That and sub out the hand work?

    Repetitive work injury has brought down the toughest. I've seen it alter recreational lives – as in, end them completely. Good luck keeping away from that camp!!!
     
  10. SnakeCharmer

    SnakeCharmer iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Front Range, San Gabes
    Name:
    Mike, aka "Ssnake"
    Current Bike:
    YT Izzo
    The surgery in this case is a last resort. Meaning I should avoid it. They remove a bone and leave the created void for scar tissue to fill in. Its my understanding that the pain issue is relieved but how in the heck could a hand ever function again as it was meant to when a glob of scar tissue is meant to support it?! IMO, it cant and this would only lead to future issues elsewhere due to the imbalance created for the sake of pain relief. Craziness.

    I suppose that this is a logical choice for someone who is retired and winding down in life but I am nowhere near that.

    And, thank you everyone for you input.
     
  11. Sassyquatch

    Sassyquatch Well-Known Member

    Name:
    Sam
  12. Redman

    Redman iMTB Rockstah

    Location:
    Henderson, Nv
    Name:
    Kevin
    Current Bike:
    SC OG Hightower 29'r

    Thanks for sharing and awesome to read you are having good results. Another thing to consider about inflammation is your diet. Not just healthy, but clean. Eat everything NON-GMO ORGANIC if you can. This will greatly reduce the amount of toxins in your body which may be affecting your inflammation. Also, quit all dairy products if you haven't already. Those are inflammatory as well.
    I've been 95% all non gmo organic diet w/o dairy for a good six months now and results are fantastic. Down to my high school weight w/o even wanting to lose it. Sleep better, recover better, less fatigue throughout the day. NON GMO ORGANIC for the win!!!
     
  13. scan

    scan iMTB Rockstah

    Name:
    fran allas
    Current Bike:
    Scott Spark
    Talk to a hand specialist. There is another surgery that is used for more active people like yourself.
    And did you look at that brace I recommended, it's the least restrictive one out there and patients I know get benefit from it, allowing them more functional use of their hand.
     
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