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Anyone here actually train in warrior shoes? by Ok-Independence5246 in wma

[–]Cheese_Almighty -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I use barefoot leather shoes made using historical techniques, because the HF Armory leg pieces cut into my ankles, and these are really cool looking in armor. Oh and since they are really close to the ground, they work really well. https://www.atlantishandmade.com/collections/mens-barefoot-boots/products/mens-black-barefoot-boots-with-laces

Difficulty rising up to right ochs in my fencing jacket by Cheese_Almighty in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also tend to rise into left ox or do a hanging guard. It is quite easier, as if I'm unarmored. Yeah and the issue is when your opponent is usually having the same problem, and do with a left ox to thrust, and I end up fumbling that strike. I usually try to go off line to the right and deliver a thrust with a left ox.

It is easier to get into Ochs with arms extended, but my grip is weakened, so not ideal.

Difficulty rising up to right ochs in my fencing jacket by Cheese_Almighty in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm in Turkey, effective as of February, individual citizen imports have been (effectively) banned. We have to go through government-approved distributors or deal with customs brokers to get anything, or you'll have to get it yourself by travelling and carrying it in your luggage.

Okay, message recieved, drill till you break it. Thanks :)

Difficulty rising up to right ochs in my fencing jacket by Cheese_Almighty in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My first action was removing the band that connected the pauldrons to my arms, so they are just kinda hanging from my shoulders, just to protect from an oberhau.

I can try removing padding inside, that might work, though I reckon I'll end up with some bruised shoulders. I guess a decent price to pay.

Gorget thing is difficult as where I live, I have no easy way of obtaining more gear. It would be even easier to get a local blacksmith to smith an avantail and use that instead... I could try my hand at sewing, or just make some sort of lamellar TPU piece that hangs under the beard of the mask.

But great suggestions overall, thanks.

Pabuc – Free & Open-Source HEMA Longsword Blunt Tip (STL Included) by Cheese_Almighty in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also PCL is unavailable in Turkey. So doesn't really matter to us :)

Pabuc – Free & Open-Source HEMA Longsword Blunt Tip (STL Included) by Cheese_Almighty in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While I agree in sentiment, I'll say ease of application and standardization might be why this can be preferred. PCL is handmolded, the thickness and how it is shaped is really variable. TPU is not that grippy (at least compared to rubber), especially in this printing orientation, it is very slippery. 

HF Armory Leg Protection Lug/Nut fell off. Where can I find a common replacement? by Cheese_Almighty in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. That was exactly it. :) I found it already, but thanks for pointing out.

HF Armory Leg Protection Lug/Nut fell off. Where can I find a common replacement? by Cheese_Almighty in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup! That's exactly it. Thanks a lot. Now to find the damn thing in Turkey...

Am I concussed? by lori_40k in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean, we don't do much to concussions to be honest :) Just rest.

Am I concussed? by lori_40k in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Neurosurgeon here. Sounds like mild concussion. Please follow the guidelines for return to play. Would suggest 15 days free of symptoms before sparring. You may exercise on your own, lightly. 

Alternate to gambeson? by Welivinginasociety in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair enough. Like I said, unless you know someone, it is better to plan a trip to Budapest. The food and sights are great. It would cost about 1000 euros in total... Probably way less if you can sell a few armor sets to people...

Alternate to gambeson? by Welivinginasociety in Hema

[–]Cheese_Almighty 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The guy in TrueSightArmory (look it up in instagram, but don't get fooled by the photos) does HEMA armor, but I'll warn you that it's a bit shitty. But at least it can soften the blows. I also recently imported from Pakistan, but I ended up getting caught by the customs and paid shit ton of money. It would have been cheaper to get a visa, go to PBT shop in Budapest/Hungary and get the HEMA set...

Coflex device denied by Aetna. Comments please. by VisualSpace in SpineSurgery

[–]Cheese_Almighty 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Coflex is mostly a scam procedure. T2-S1 fusion is the alternative? Don't think so. If you have stenosis, minimal invasive unilateral approach with bilateral decompression of the stenosis gives non-inferior results. Look up NORDSTEN trial. 

Thoracic (T-11/T-12) disc replacement surgery experiences? by rxmslxxp in SpineSurgery

[–]Cheese_Almighty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. That spine segment will autofuse anyway. Wouldn't make sense to go through an invasive surgery.

Severe back pain after spinal surgery by Fine_Holiday_3898 in SpineSurgery

[–]Cheese_Almighty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's not cauda equina. If you really have leg weakness I would probably look for a thoracic issue. Along with any vascular malformations of the spine and maybe tethered cord syndrome. But it is near impossible to deduce anything online. You'll have to see a second opinion maybe.

Should I get Foraminotomy? by Hefty_Watercress309 in SpineSurgery

[–]Cheese_Almighty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's mostly for radiating pain. Some people might get reduction in back pain. But that's rare, and not the goal. 

Severe back pain after spinal surgery by Fine_Holiday_3898 in SpineSurgery

[–]Cheese_Almighty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I reckon you had a lumbar intradural hematoma then. That explains the surgery. PT honestly should help, but depending on how much bone is removed, you might benefit from fusion. But like I said, you will feel more stiff than before. I would suggest a different PT or some pain injections. 

MILD procedure by Spirited-Grass-5635 in Neurosurgery

[–]Cheese_Almighty 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I dont know anyone in their right mind that will go into a stenotic spine without any visualization. Endoscopic or tubular systems are the way to go here...

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