Advice from the over 70 Brigade

[Annieapple]

Sacro Iliac Inflammatory Pain in my left hip after a minor fall in a hole on the beach, while walking not running, to add insult to injury!!

Been treated by Sports Chiropractor and my GP. Will be out of running for weeks now..anyone my age had a similar set back and any advice?

[RamblingMe Graduate]

Hi annieappleNot that particular one but hip flexor strains were quickly followed by a rotator cuff tear. Both stopped me from exercising. But following physio advice was the best thing and after weeks out, doing the recommended stretches and ice packs, I'm beginning with tentative steps back into running. These things are sent to try us, but you will get strong again. Age will not be a factor!

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate in reply to RamblingMe]

That’s so encouraging!! Thank you

[Scruff55 Graduate]

Sooo frustrating for you. I’m sure you’ll be back out there when the time is right. The runs will wait for you to heal. Take care

[LottieMW Graduate]

Oh no! How annoying for you!You may want to supplement the exercises from your GP and chiropractor with some from the Strength & Flex Forum

healthunlocked.com/strength...

…but listen to their guidance on how much to do…rest is also important.

When you get the go ahead to restart running, maybe rerun some of the earlier C25K weeks to get a feel for where you are…both mentally and physically…and take it from there

Good luck!

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate in reply to LottieMW]

Thanks LottieMW