WStreblo Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 I am a die hard bow hunter and need some GOOD advice. I just had shoulder surgery and I'm worried about getting back into shooting my bow. When it comes to archery I have a hard time taking it easy. So if anyone has any tried and true exercises that I can do I'm open to suggestions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 One of my best friends is a nurse and has had 3 shoulder surgeries...so far. He's also a die hard bowhunter. Knowing what he's gone through, the only thing I can tell you is follow the doctor's orders or you could do more damage than good to that shoulder. They will give you exercises to do when the time's right that will help you but for now...above all...ice is your friend. With luck you could be able to draw your bow in 3 months. You may need to back off on the weight though. Wish I had better news for ya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkh Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Its extremely important to do whatever p.t. (physical therapy)and the dr. Prescribes. I graduate with my RN in December and the best advice I can give is take it easy, even though I understand it will be extremely hard to do because you are so passionate about it, healing completely is the best way to ensure you don't have future problems. If you want to be shooting the rest of your days its better to take it easy now and not ruin your future. I'm sure they will have you working with exercise bands and lifting light weights etc just be sure to follow the orders completely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetailfreak55 Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Yep take it easy. I tore my bicep when I was playing linebacker in college and it ruined my bow season. A lot of ice will help a lot. Just do what they tell you and you'll be back to normal pounds before long Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 do everything to docs and therapists tell you. also when it's time to draw your bow. turn it right down. shoot some heavier arrows with true cut on contact heads. you shouldn't have any problems and that will decrease chances of injuring it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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