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The Big Three Plus One => GoldenEye 007 => Topic started by: DYM on October 19, 2019, 01:28:24 pm

Title: [MEDICAL WARNING] Is it time (for ALIEN runners) to QUIT speedrunning?
Post by: DYM on October 19, 2019, 01:28:24 pm: https://www.livescience.com/64785-yo-yo-finger-angiogram.html

"Other risks include exposure to repetitive actions over time .... can also lead to Raynaud's"

I've consulted a few medical experts, and the general consensus is that excessive force and awkward positioning of your fingers (i.e. alien and 2.x) on the N64 while playing can constrict blood vessels & have incredibly DETRIMENTAL effects on your fingers. If you are 30 or above, then I STRONGLY suggest you cut down your playing time & get an angiogram of your hand to see if anything is wrong. The next time you play, you should feel your fingers during a break just to see if they're a little cold.

I probably won't retire even after reading this VERY important information, but will definitely cut down the grinding & be more careful with the amount of force I exert on the controller.

Cheers,
Ace

** DISCLAIMER: I am not a medical expert and this is not meant to be taken as professional advice. It is meant to be taken as general advice. Please consult a professional if you feel you are facing any medical issues. **
Title: Re: [MEDICAL WARNING] Is it time (for ALIEN runners) to QUIT speedrunning?
Post by: IIsYnII on October 19, 2019, 01:43:25 pm: Is “keyboard” in any way disadvantaged?
Title: Re: [MEDICAL WARNING] Is it time (for ALIEN runners) to QUIT speedrunning?
Post by: flicker on October 19, 2019, 02:29:16 pm: Quote from: Inquisitive on October 19, 2019, 01:43:25 pm
Is “keyboard” in any way disadvantaged?

Keyboard players tend to struggle with crouching and pressing L or R for any reason.
Title: Re: [MEDICAL WARNING] Is it time (for ALIEN runners) to QUIT speedrunning?
Post by: DYM on October 19, 2019, 02:48:59 pm: The question is a bit vague. If you mean in terms of controlling the player, I agree with flicker. If medically, I think it's less harmful.
Title: Re: [MEDICAL WARNING] Is it time (for ALIEN runners) to QUIT speedrunning?
Post by: TheFlash on October 19, 2019, 05:51:22 pm: Quote from: Ace on October 19, 2019, 01:28:24 pm
Raynaud's

Let me get Jimbo on the line.
Title: Re: [MEDICAL WARNING] Is it time (for ALIEN runners) to QUIT speedrunning?
Post by: Huzi on October 19, 2019, 08:06:51 pm: welp, I'm too scared to speedrun now. Add me to the Moved On Club.
Title: Re: [MEDICAL WARNING] Is it time (for ALIEN runners) to QUIT speedrunning?
Post by: Cal on October 20, 2019, 02:45:37 am: Just another reason to stretch/flex hands, and take regular breaks
Title: Re: [MEDICAL WARNING] Is it time (for ALIEN runners) to QUIT speedrunning?
Post by: IIsYnII on October 20, 2019, 12:29:04 pm: Quote from: Ace on October 19, 2019, 02:48:59 pm
The question is a bit vague. If you mean in terms of controlling the player, I agree with flicker. If medically, I think it's less harmful.

Yeah I meant controlling Bond, not medically. I’m sure some of you will suffer from Carpal Tunnel when you’re 50. But hey. Get United’s or die trying.