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So happy to see pole again on AGT. Thank you for all the time and energy I know you put into this time-worthy endeavor. You were absolutely fabulous! I was jumping up and down on my couch watching you!
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So happy to see pole again on AGT. Thank you for all the time and energy I know you put into this time-worthy endeavor. You were absolutely fabulous! I was jumping up and down on my couch watching you!
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for mechie: it depends on the floor surface vs the material on sole of the “shoe”. for me I find my foot undies tend to slide around a bit. I dance on burbur carpet and tough plastic office mats. I like my ballet flats better because they don’t slide. if you’ve never worn ballet flats before, and depending on the brand you buy, you may or maynot have to sew elastic bands on the shoe around your ankle. also there is usually an elastic string towards the upper toe area that needs adjusting too (hint:not too tight and not too loose, play around with it flat footed and Demi point -on tippy toes).
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I use sansha split sole ballet flats for practice and foot undies or heels for performances
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I’ve seen Fawnia Monday, KT Coates, and Jamilla DeVille in figure contests (they are like body builders but don’t require THAT bulky muscle mass). Strict diet and workout regimines must be followed for success in these competitions…but I betcha pole is a big part of both their aerobic and anaerobic workouts!
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I dance in ballet slippers a lot…they allow for flexibility of the foot but still provide protection for the bottom of your foot.
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I know! My approach to it is that all sports and dance forms pose risk of injury…some a little more than others. I fully understand that even with the highest safety precautions taken, I will still most likely come across the occasional acute trauma as well as long-term/chronic conditions (i.e. arthritis, joint pain) from years of pole dancing. But every athlete/dancer that really loves their sport/art and wants to become as advanced in it as they possibly can accepts this "bittersweet" deal. I still do bracket holds and knee holds (like princess and cupid, that are not so nice on the knees) I just cut back on the quantity of how often I do them (I don’t believe in pushing yourself beyond your limits nor do I wish to live in chronic pain!) We all make quite amazing commitments and sacrifices to be pole dancers…we are a unique breed!
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I’ve been pole dancing for years and consider myself strong…about a year ago that same problem started for me…I went to an occupational therapist (they specialize in hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow issues). They helped me get better with massage, anti-inflammatories, and rest. Unfortunately they told that no matter how you hold your hand for this grip it is bad for your entire arm…period. Fingers down, or thumb around, this grip is bad for you. So to compromise with my body I do not use this grip as much as I used to and I find this works well. I was really bummed to hear it but I’m glad I found out before I did more damage.
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Hi there, I am an x-ray tech and have some advice for you…you really need to see a doctor pronto soooo…call to a local hospital and ask if they have, or know of, a free clinic…many hospitals offer free services once or twice a week for a few hours. Also, depending on your financial status you may qualify for free programs…I’m from Ohio and we have "Caresource"…I’m not sure if Caresource is nationwide or just in Ohio.
You mentioned "numbness"…sometimes that is a symptom of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, CTS can be caused by repetitive motion.
Your new lack of flexibility comes from wearing the brace a lot…when you limit your range of motion that long those muscles and tendons tighten. Also when you restrict movement in one area then other areas must compensate for it, you may have noticed soreness in your upper arm or shoulder after wearing the brace (in the daytime) for a while. Wearing the brace may or may not be good for you…it depends on what your injury is and only a doctor can diagnose you correctly!
Absolute worse case scenario you could go to http://www.justanswer.com and pay $9 to have a doctor give you advice but most likely they will advise you to seek in-person care.
Please pursue care for this…10 weeks is too long to be in pain like that hun!
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Thank you everyone for your good advice! Hopefully I can convince her to give it another whirl and stick with it!