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About Brad Walker (The Stretch Coach)
Expertise
I'm more than happy to answer any questions relating to stretching and flexibility. Including how to use stretching to improve your athletic performance, prevent sports injury and aid in the recovery of sports injury.
Experience
I'm an internationally recognized stretching and sports injury consultant with 20 years of practical experience in the health and fitness industry. And the founder of (The Stretching Institute).
Organizations
Sports Medicine Australia
Publications
I've written 5 books on stretching, flexibility and sports injury, including... The Stretching Handbook (ISBN: 978-0958109338), The Anatomy of Stretching (ISBN: 978-1556435966) and The Anatomy of Sports Injuries (ISBN: 978-1556436666). Plus, I've had numerous articles published at About.com, Athletes.com and BodyBuilding.com.
Education/Credentials
I'm a health science graduate of the University of New England, with post graduate accreditations in athletics, swimming and triathlon coaching. I've worked with elite level and world champion athletes and I lecture for Sports Medicine Australia on injury prevention.
Past/Present Clients
I've worked as assistant coach to Miles Stewart (World Champion Triathlete) and Mick Doohan (World 500cc Motorcycle Champion). Plus I've worked with countless other athletes from sports as diverse as roller-skating, squash, and cycling.
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You are here: Experts > Health/Fitness > Exercise > Stretching & Flexibility > Ripped???
Expert: Brad Walker (The Stretch Coach)
Date: 9/3/2008
Subject: Ripped???
Question
Hey there,
I once lifted a heavy box...full of giant books...with my right hand and I felt as if something ripped off at my shoulder. It did not pain...instead it burned really bad from the inside. To me it seems like a ripped muscle. its been like this for almost two years. I have pain killers and massages. but no use....so do u have any suggestions?Mind you, it dosnt pain...it feels like an itchy burning feel from the inside.
Answer
Hi Jessica
Thanks for your inquiry. It's a pleasure to help and I hope the following is beneficial.
Yes, it sounds like you've torn or strained some of the muscles, tendons or ligaments in the shoulder.
Being that it was almost 2 years ago, the treatment is a little different than if you'd just done it.
Instead of trying to explain the process here, there is a very detailed 3 part article at the links below.
Part 2 and 3 will be of most use to you.
http://www.thestretchinghandbook.com/archives/sports-injuries.php
http://www.thestretchinghandbook.com/archives/sports-injuries-pt2.php
http://www.thestretchinghandbook.com/archives/sports-injuries-pt3.php
I hope the above has been helpful. For more information on how to stretch properly and the best stretching exercises for you, visit www.TheStretchingInstitute.com
Brad Walker
Founder & CEO
The Stretching Institute
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