Tendon injury

[bobdonkey]

I have had my powerball (250 autostart) for a few weeks, to help with climbing strength when I can't get to a wall often.

I was at around 10k, so not too fast, and was having a quick go and there was a click in my hand which hurt quite a lot so I dropped the ball, and the doctor says I have damaged a tendon in my hand. I can't use one finger properly now, I am not sure how long it will take to get better, but I can no longer climb or do any strenous jobs, it hurts a lot if I catch my finger or move it in the wrong way.

Has anyone had an issue like this, or was I doing something wrong? I had only been using it about 20 seconds when it happened. I am not sure I want to use it again if it has the ability to damage my hand, I work in computers and it is hampering my job. I dont remember seeing any health warnings on the product.

Thanks

[Mika Mäkinen]

This is very sad to hear. As in any sports warming is wise thing to do before speedruns.
Get well soon!

[bobdonkey]

What is the best way to warm up before speed runs? Just do slow rotations for a few minutes?

[Mika Mäkinen]

Yep, that works for me. Just remember to do it with different arm positions and rotation directions. My warm up's usually takes 10-15 minutes (30sec on each hand with 7-8000rpm).

[bobdonkey]

OK thanks, I guess it was my fault then, I just pick it up occasionally and try to beat my score. I need to warm up properly...

[Mika Mäkinen]

Ok, you can not get any fast progression with occasional powerballing. Try to spin at least 30min at the time, few times a week, but not every day!
Remember also stretch your arms after and while you're doing your sessions.

[walter]

Did he not want to do an MRI. I would ask