Re: [Paddlewise] Freezing Hands

On Tue, 28 Dec 2004 06:32:02 EST, Seakayakerjb_at_aol.com said:
> Richard, et al,

> Some people, no matter what they do, have a condition called Reynaulds
> syndrome/disease that prevents their hands and feet from becoming
> warm. I  am not a doctor so I'll stop there, but you may want to do
> some research and talk to your doctor as I believe there may be some
> treatment available.

I believe that's what one of my paddling cronies has.  In his case he
has trouble if his hands get cold.  He's likely to pass out just after
he gets out of the boat if his hands have gotten cold.  It was quite
scary the first time it happened, prior to diagnosis.

Kirk
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  Kirk Olsen