I broke my right wrist and forearm about a week ago playing football. It is a double fracture, had to go through surgery and the doctor gave me a full arm cast to wear for 2-3 months. Before the break, I lifted constantly and was making big improvements. Now, once i get my cast off, I know my right arm will be extremely weak and ill have a long ways to go before i can get back to my former self. I guess I have a few questions. 1. Should I just lift my left arm for the moment with light weights and catch up with my right arm later? 2. If i was maxing 215 before how much do you think my max would fall after 3 months and how long it would take to get the 215 back? 3. What is the best way to build up the muscles in my right hand to start lifting again?
2007-09-30 06:24:21 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
You will be referred to a physiotherapist after the cast comes off for exercises to rebuild muscle. Ask your doctor now for the name of the therapist and pose these questions to him/her.
This is too important to rely on advise from internet chat; doing the wrong thing can lead to permanent damage.
2007-09-30 07:11:28 · answer #1 · answered by Judy B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋