Neck/Shoulder Ouchies!

Jamaya started this discussion · 5/1/2009

Hi! Um... I did my first no handed Scorpio 2 days ago (first invert without hands 🥂 ) and as soon as I let go, my neck on my right side (the side where the pole was in my armpit 😀 ) tensed up and and started hurting... any ideas why? because now I can't do much on that side without it doing that and it sucks because I'm bored without my pole! Anyway, I know I didn't pull the muscle, but do you think it could be that I didn't stretch enough? because I have no clue! P.S. Hopefully I posted under the right section! If not SORRY! 🙂 EDIT: It was the Gemini haha! *facepalm*

4 replies

Foxy_Rei · 5/1/2009
It could be that you didn't stretch it enough - that would be my bet. Especially since it was your first inverted move with no hands, your body could've not been used to the strain and you tensed up in random places from trying to hold on. Once you get stronger with these kind of moves (and more confident), you won't have the death grip going on. But make sure you stretch! (I'm guilty of not stretching enough myself... 😳 ) However, just as a word of caution: if the pain seems odd to you in any way, like extremely sharp, doesn't go away as fast as you think it should, etc. I would see a doctor and make sure you didn't do anything really bad. Just make sure you stretch it good and don't over-strain yourself and make it worse.
FridaSiren · 5/1/2009
hi! sounds like the beginning of a muscle cramp. i get those alot when i go a little too far straining a muscle. don´t force it for a few days and it will go away, if you don´t it gets worse and you´ll be off the pole for even longer. 🙁 putting ice (bags of frozen peas wrapped in a dishcloth are fantastic!) on the sore parts for 10-15 min 4 or 5 times a day helps me alot. and you might try taking a magnesium supplement which is good for keeping your muscles woring well and especially for avoiding cramps! hope you feel better real soon! 🌸 frida 🌸
Jamaya · 5/2/2009
Thanks everyone! I'll be sure to try those things out!
Rouge_LAmour · 5/2/2009
If the pain persists, go see a medical professional. There may be a muscle strain that you need to "baby" for a while. Go gently for a bit and monitor the pain and discomfort. If it fails to go away, get help. How warmed up were you? That's also another biggie. Take loads of Arnica, this will helps it heal. Try your local healthfood shop or pharmacy. Get your husband to massage the affected area too. Use oil to lubricate the skin and reduce drag. This can be mixed with arnica cream and essential oils to get the muscle to relax. Again, if it persists, get professional help.