injuries/medical problems:tendonitis, degenerative arthritis

[Robert Spenger]

Howard's answer sums it up very well. I might add that the best way to
ward off - or at least minimize both problems is to avoid trying to
push to hard. Don't plan an ambitious schedule, be flexible enough to
slow it down if the slightest sign of these problems shows up, and take
occasional layover days to rest. Those that have only 2 or 3 weeks
should consider limiting their planned itinerary to a reasonable
distance. For the average pilgrim this is about 20 km per day.

Bob S.

On Mar 25, 2004, at 11:22 AM, Howard Mendes wrote:

> In a message dated 03/25/04 12:37:59 PM Eastern Standard Time,
> wandaaOLDABIQUIU.COM writes:
> I would like to know more about common injuries, please post that
> list. I will be on the camino early May, but leaving US in early
> April. Thanks,Wanda

> The two most common seem to be very serious blisters and shin splints
> or tendonitis.  Compeed and keeping off your feet help with the
> former.  Anti-inflammatories and rest help with the latter.  Howard
> Mendes, NYC