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Debbie
 IP: 71.175.57.248 Aug 22, 07 - 3:49 AM |
Martial arts?
I was diagnosed with PDS a year ago (although I wasn't told the exact name at the time). Now I know the name and decided to look stuff up online. Right now my IOP is completely normal in both eyes and the disease simply involves visiting the doctor twice yearly. I've been reading stuff about avoiding bouncing sports like martial arts and jogging. However, is there evidence that these sports are causing more damage to the iris? Most of what I read, suggests that blinking causes the most damage.  I love karate and I don't want to give it up unless there is a good reason (and yes speeding up PDS is a good reason).
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Dave
IP: 193.62.251.16 Aug 22nd, 2007 - 11:03 AM |
Re: Martial arts?
You're absolutely right that the things we can't do anything about (blinking, changing our focus at near etc) do more to advance PDS than the things we do at our own accord. I personally have never advised anyone to give up any activity based on their having PDS. But, depending on the type & level of karate you do you might be putting your eyes at risk in general as well as due to PDS. Full impact martial arts involving blows to the head is a significant risk factor for a variety of eye problems including cataract & retinal detachment. So if you're doing this type of thing then yes, there is a risk. One that might be worse for people with PDS than those without (people with PDS have a higher prevalence of retinal lattice degeneration which makes traumatic retinal detachment more likely, but not everyone has it so you could be checked for it to try and quantify this extra risk). If your martial arts involves little or no contact training then treat it like any other exercise. Enjoy it for what it is and the health benefits that result. Dave |
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Debie
IP: 71.175.57.248 Aug 23rd, 2007 - 3:19 AM |
Re: Martial arts?
Thank you for such a fast reply! My karate style forbids head shots and we wear great padding for protection anyway. My main concerns were more for rough activity like getting thrown to the ground or general body hits. I appreciate the advice! Thanks. 
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Dave
IP: 193.62.251.16 Aug 23rd, 2007 - 10:18 AM |
Re: Martial arts?
My pleasure. Dave |
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