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Bungarian
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« on: January 04, 2015, 11:50:45 AM »
Got a new ps4 for Christmas.

After playing about 30 minutes my fistula starts hurting. I tried holding the controller different ways but it didn't help.

My fistula is on my right upper arm.

Should I just give up and sell the ps4?
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« Reply #1 on: January 04, 2015, 12:43:25 PM »
Sounds like the effects of steal syndrome on your fistula, giving almost RSI type symptoms.

I would say consider looking for another third party controller perhaps (I'm very very rusty on games consoles), but I know the issues

Remember to do some hand/finger exercises to keep your circulation going, and loosen up any tension.

I swear by tiger balm for aches in my wrists (never use it directly on the fistula tho).

I've got a mature fistula in the same place, more or less.
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« Reply #2 on: January 04, 2015, 08:05:42 PM »
thats terrible....i am a big gamer and must have my fix...i am doing pd dialysis right now so my arms are still good
i would say maybe rest for a few minutes...if u feel it start to hurt...i hope u can still play somehow...there must be a way!!! 
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« Reply #3 on: January 05, 2015, 07:19:29 AM »
Maybe it's like exercising and you have to build up your strength? Play 20 minutes a day and then slowly extend your time.
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« Reply #4 on: January 05, 2015, 11:50:58 AM »
Patient: Doc, it hurts when I do this.

Doc: Don't do that

Seriously - talk to your neph and vascuar surgeon.  They may have some helpful ideas.
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« Reply #5 on: January 06, 2015, 02:08:26 AM »
I game a lot . Sitting at home for 3hrs and 30 mins is long and stressful. Games pas the time great. My fistula is 7 years old and just started using in 10/16. Hopefully overtime it will get better. Add Me if you want
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« Reply #6 on: January 19, 2015, 09:35:24 AM »
Any luck finding out the problem?
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