Will consuming more whey (protein) help my rotator cuff tear heal?
391006
IMO this protein will not heal the tendon per se but with exercising the surrounding muscles, under guidance, you can improve the quality of your movements and try to live the best with this tear. Strengthening the adjoining muscles would also reduce the chances of aggravating the problem.Just eating whey protein, without exercising, will do close to nothing for your body.
391007
Exercises will help more - there are some good ones in the book Bulletproof Your Shoulder that can help prevent a tear too.
391008
Light rehab exercises + ice will heal it. I tore mine about 7 years ago and today I have 100% confidence in my shoulder. Don't do any exercise which hurts... find another exercise. For me it was barbell/machine incline bench, I replaced with dumbbells and no more issues.
391009
No over head shoulder presses only side laterals for strengthening shoulders.
391010
No it won't help. I had a similar problem. There are exercises that you can do when your rotator cuff tear heals enough to keep movement going and/or being as limited
297183
None listed on the nutrition label unless it's a product of another ingredient, but I would say no. You will get increased energy though from the many vitamins, minerals and the power amino complex.
499290
Go to the Seeking Health website, the makers of Optimal Protein, and contact them. I have asked questions regularly there and they are very responsive. As this productwas designed by physicians, I would think they might also offer good insight.
1275899
This is actually a difficult question to answer as there is much debate on the topic. Truly, it depends on your goals. If you are in a "Paleo Challenge", you'll want to consult the rules (some people say whey is not paleo because it is derived from milk). However, if you are simply searching for a healthier lifestyle, but you prefer to supplement your protein intake, then whey is a great option. For the active athlete/person on a paleo lifestyle diet, protein intake is as vital as sleeping. Also, in most whey proteins the irritants and allergens found in actual cow's milk have been removed. Whey isolates are preferred by most athletes for the easy access to increased protein versus price. I hope this helps. This is actually a difficult question to answer as there is much debate on the topic. Truly, it depends on your goals. If you are in a "Paleo Challenge", you'll want to consult the rules (some people say whey is not paleo because it is derived from milk). However, if you are simply searching for a healthier lifestyle, but you prefer to supplement your protein intake, then whey is a great option. For the active athlete/person on a paleo lifestyle diet, protein intake is as vital as sleeping. Also, in most whey proteins the irritants and allergens found in actual cow's milk have... » Read More This is actually a difficult question to answer as there is much debate on the topic. Truly, it depends on your goals. If you are in a "Paleo Challenge", you'll want to consult the rules (some people say whey is not paleo because it is derived from milk). However, if you are simply searching for a healthier lifestyle, but you prefer to supplement your protein intake, then whey is a great option. For the active athlete/person on a paleo lifestyle diet, protein intake is as vital as sleeping. Also, in most whey proteins the irritants and allergens found in actual cow's milk have been removed. Whey isolates are preferred by most athletes for the easy access to increased protein versus price. I hope this helps. « Show Less
682157
No its a pure casein protein this is great before bed if your trying to get bigger you drink whey after your work out and then you drink casein 30minutes before bed it's great in less then I year I gained almost 30 pounds of muscle
324556
I mix it in with my whey protein before and after workout... goes down just Fine
426829
Hello Ibrahim,40mg is on par with most other protein brands, and some organic whey proteins have cholesterol as high as 50-60mg per serving. When you see protein brands with lower cholesterol numbers it is usually because they contain isolates and/or have been over processed.Thanks for the question.
429299
First...lifting weights is better for bone density, period. Resistance exercise is known to increase bone density. As for the difference between the two: both contain collagen. The Amino formula also contains certain additional amino acids that supports tasks of mental functioning and the GI system. You could make the Amino formula yourself on a 'per dose' way by adding Carnitine, L-Glutamine and Inositol. When I was waiting for the Amino formula to become available, I added L-Glutamine, Phosphatidyl Serine and MAP -- and got the same kind of concentration that I get just drinking down a serving of these. Gelatin could mean anything and sourced from anything, anywhere. Friedlander's collagen is sourced from grassfed European stock (steers). No growth hormone is the norm in Europe. And, it is a special low molecular weight collagen that is readily absorbed. I see no reason to use anything else while Dr. Friedlander is still making this. There is nothing that comes close to this in absorbability and efficacy. Remember, it is a FOOD, not a drug or a supplement. It feeds your connective tissue, nails, hair and skin, just to name a few. ---
24312
No, you cannot. You do not have to use this particular recovery drink, but it does need to be a recovery drink. They are designed to replenish & repair your muscles faster with all you burn in a hard workout. A plain whey protein does not do that. You will get better results & be less sore with a recovery drink.
709876
I purchased one of these for rotator cuff issues. It probably could help on the upper part of the arm muscles as well.
417390
I don't know Sharon. My friend's injury was sustained years ago in an accident, but the shoulder still pains especially when he does heavy lifting. The shoulder support helps stable and support his shoulder and gives him relief. It may help to support the shoulder as the rotator cuff tear heals, but I am not a medical doctor, so check with a professional. Sorry I could not give a simple yes or no answer.
426827
Not really. It depends on what else you're eating and how physically active you are. If you are eating a lot of foods that are high in cholesterol, then you need to be concerned. If you are consuming massive amounts of whey protein on a daily basis and not being physically active, there is cause for concern. I am not a doctor and I don't know your personal health situation. For me, after a year of using organic whey protein, my bad cholesterol has gone done and my good cholesterol is up. I also do hard physical work every day and watch my diet carefully. My son had to have his bodyfat checked for wrestling, so I had mine taken for the fun of it, and it was 10%. Hope this helps you.
458162
I used it for a muscle tear, but I also put under a compression sock for more support! I did well playing tennis with both. I hope this helps but be careful with a minor fracture because it can get worse! Good luck
2792
No not from what I can tell from package. This product recommended by my sons doc after fitness routine because he is thin and lean. Also recommend by another doc to neighbor son who was involved in burn accident. He needed more protein in his diet to repair tissue. LI've it because out had very little flavo. And my son wouldn't eat it if it tast bad. Hope that helps
1959664
I really do not know. I actually lost more weight with whey protein than any other method. Get creative w/flavors using vanilla powder. Works great! (I lost 80 pounds in 5 months w/whey)
406905
This product is more for mass gaining, while whey protein is more for building leaner muscle
1559485
I did not; I just switched back to using a whey protein powder. But I appreciate the suggestion.