ZeRo Posted February 9, 2003 Posted February 9, 2003 if you read my thread in the Korean MA forum then you know my problem, i falled a break and now my hand if hurting alot. does anyone know (preferable from experience) how to lessen the pain? thanks guys *pray for my hurting hand*
TKDLadyInSC Posted February 9, 2003 Posted February 9, 2003 You have to make sure the muscles in your hand are tight at the time of impact. If they are loose, not only is it harder to break, but it causes more pain. The bones move around, Not Good. 1st Degree Black BeltTaeKwonDo
ZeRo Posted February 9, 2003 Author Posted February 9, 2003 yeah, i was trying. its just i was trying to remember all the hip movement and the up/down thing and all that. thanks TKDLady ill keep that more in mind next time.
SaiFightsMS Posted February 9, 2003 Posted February 9, 2003 In the meantime ice is really useful. You know RICE.
SaiFightsMS Posted February 9, 2003 Posted February 9, 2003 If it makes you feel any better I broke a bone in my hand twice doing crescent kicks practicing kata of all thing.
ZeRo Posted February 9, 2003 Author Posted February 9, 2003 haha you broke your hand doin a cresent kick?! please tell the story........ that must have taken a special effort.
SaiFightsMS Posted February 9, 2003 Posted February 9, 2003 I got carried away when I got to the part of the kata where you do a crescent kick into an outstretched palm. I did it the first time in Heian Yondan and later in Hangetsu. You see I can really get into doing kata.
KickChick Posted February 9, 2003 Posted February 9, 2003 While executing any striking hand technique you always tighten/contract upon impact (even when striking a heavy bag) ... there is no power in the technique if ou just "fling" your hand to a target especially a board.... (this goes without saying I think)... Hand conditioning is imperative if you want to continue to break with less injuries. The hands are very fragile due to the lack of overlaying protective muscle. Heavy bag work and makiwara striking is very effective for hand conditioning. You can also use a linament before, during and afterwards .... I always rub tiger balm or a dit da jow and massage my knuckles after a break and the next day the pain isn't quite as bad. Yes, ice is very good also ... especially used after the break to lessen the swelling or possible swelling...
ZeRo Posted February 9, 2003 Author Posted February 9, 2003 lol nice one Sai i havnt really done much conditioning of my knife hand, what could i do to help condition them in my home? the good old hit them against the wall drill?
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