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Aching Hands Using WFP
« on: May 18, 2016, 01:59:29 pm »
I'm starting to get aching hands after using WFP. I think this is due to me gripping the pole too tightly. The doctor has recommended some ibuprofen gel.

Has anyone else had this? Did you get over it? Do you have any recommendations?

Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #1 on: May 18, 2016, 02:57:13 pm »
Sometimes my hands ache after a session of holding my pole , however I eventually just loosened my grip and found I still get the same end result , without any hand cramps

EandM

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #2 on: May 18, 2016, 03:06:45 pm »
Switch hands ?

Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #3 on: May 18, 2016, 03:18:10 pm »
Sometimes if you make your hands numb before you start ( by sitting on them ) . it doesn't feel like it's your hands doing the work

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #4 on: May 18, 2016, 04:36:50 pm »
Sometimes my hands ache after a session of holding my pole , however I eventually just loosened my grip and found I still get the same end result , without any hand cramps

Yes, I started to do this yesterday - hopefully this will help over time.

Switch hands ?

I'll try & make a conscious effort to do this as well .... Thanks

Smurf

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #5 on: May 18, 2016, 05:11:44 pm »
Sometimes if you make your hands numb before you start ( by sitting on them ) . it doesn't feel like it's your hands doing the work

Now where have I heard that one before  ;D ;D

Smurf

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #6 on: May 18, 2016, 05:12:53 pm »
I'm starting to get aching hands after using WFP. I think this is due to me gripping the pole too tightly. The doctor has recommended some ibuprofen gel.

Has anyone else had this? Did you get over it? Do you have any recommendations?

Try trad instead maybe? Sick waggling is for wimps   ;D
Seriously wfp can be as hard or as easy as you make it.
Right kit for the job, good ergonomics etc etc


Perfect Windows

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #7 on: May 18, 2016, 05:14:04 pm »
I've had some success in the past with cricket bat handle rubber.  They're very grippy so they encourage you to take a gentle hold on the pole.  Look for octopus cricket bat grips on ebay

Vin

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #8 on: May 18, 2016, 06:04:04 pm »
Switch hands ?

This will also help your back muscles in the long run. When they get out of balance you'll know all about it. I found this to be true when tradding and carrying ladders for years as well.

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #9 on: May 18, 2016, 06:14:02 pm »
I've had some success in the past with cricket bat handle rubber.  They're very grippy so they encourage you to take a gentle hold on the pole.  Look for octopus cricket bat grips on ebay

Vin

Thanks Vin. I've even found a colour to match my workwear  ;D.

dazmond

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #10 on: May 18, 2016, 06:18:14 pm »
I'm starting to get aching hands after using WFP. I think this is due to me gripping the pole too tightly. The doctor has recommended some ibuprofen gel.

Has anyone else had this? Did you get over it? Do you have any recommendations?

no hands never ache wfpoling(or trad for that matter).how old are you?that might have something to do with it and do you work long hours?
price higher/work harder!

Smurf

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #11 on: May 18, 2016, 07:05:50 pm »
If you do a lot of taller wfp work then there are ergonomic gadgets available that can help too.

chris turner

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #12 on: May 18, 2016, 07:29:13 pm »
Go to the gym.
I workout 3-4 times a week concentrating on only core muscle strength. The pole feels like I'm holding a toothbrush, although perhaps this is why I destroy brushes quick!

Og

Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #13 on: May 18, 2016, 11:45:50 pm »
Right hand aches where the thumb meets the hand.  Sometimes I grip with my thumb on the same side as fingers. This helps.

Perfect Windows

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #14 on: May 19, 2016, 07:58:58 am »
I've had some success in the past with cricket bat handle rubber.  They're very grippy so they encourage you to take a gentle hold on the pole.  Look for octopus cricket bat grips on ebay

Vin

Thanks Vin. I've even found a colour to match my workwear  ;D.

That was quick!  I've just thought on; you'll also need a cricket bat handle cone - search for it and you'll get an idea why.  Alternatively you can do it this way:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpnG8p2I_JU

Vin

JSMC

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #15 on: May 19, 2016, 08:55:18 am »
I an getting a sore neck. When head tilted back some days it is getting painful nnhave to stop.

Smurf

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #16 on: May 19, 2016, 09:26:56 am »
I an getting a sore neck. When head tilted baxk some days it is getting painful nnhave to stoo

1. Try standing further back.

2. Try wearing a necprotech https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wK5_cUR4iKk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqPXXoAtJXY

3. Try wearing belay glasses so you don't have to tilt your head back
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVHsGSUXq1M

4. Try getting neck & shoulder massages

See your doctor if the pain persists

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #17 on: May 19, 2016, 02:22:33 pm »
no hands never ache wfpoling(or trad for that matter).how old are you?that might have something to do with it and do you work long hours?
Just turned 50 - so no spring chicken! At the moment I am working 2 days per week alongside my PAYE job and I'm generally on the glass for 6 to 7 hours a day. I managed to injure my right hand 25 years ago when working for Unigate - rushing up some steps, tripping and landing on the broken glass milk bottles - 20 odd stitches later, a couple of nights in hospital and a few months recovery and my hand has been fine, apart from a severed nerve which means I have no feeling in a couple of my fingers. Maybe I'm paying the price now!

Anyway I've got some tips now which will hopefully help out.

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #18 on: May 19, 2016, 02:23:44 pm »

That was quick!  I've just thought on; you'll also need a cricket bat handle cone - search for it and you'll get an idea why.  Alternatively you can do it this way:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpnG8p2I_JU

Vin

Thanks again. I'll give that a go.

AuRavelling79

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Re: Aching Hands Using WFP
« Reply #19 on: May 19, 2016, 04:40:46 pm »
What poles are you using?
It's a game of three halves!