[Cookie]

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?

[Shane sharples]

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]

Switch hands ?

[Shane sharples]

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

[Cookie]

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]

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 

[Smurf]

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   
Seriously wfp can be as hard or as easy as you make it.
Right kit for the job, good ergonomics etc etc

[Perfect Windows]

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

[M & C Window Cleaning]

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.

[Cookie]

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  .

[dazmond]

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?

[Smurf]

If you do a lot of taller wfp work then there are ergonomic gadgets available that can help too.

[chris turner]

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]

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]

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  .

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]

I an getting a sore neck. When head tilted back some days it is getting painful nnhave to stop.

[Smurf]

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

[Cookie]

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.

[Cookie]

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]

What poles are you using?