[philmont] What would you do??

The chafing of the groin question is what immediately came to mind when
I read the original post. "Walking pigeon toed" may be a subconscious
attempt to lessen contact / pain in the chafed area. That and an ill
fitting pack may be the bulk of the matter. Chafing and an ill fitted
pack could make even the easiest stroll a nightmare.

Perhaps the lad would benefit from form fitting silk briefs / boxers?

Jonas, Jon W CTR AMC/A3RI wrote:
> in 2002, one of our crewmembers always looked like she was struggling
> when she walked--pigeon-toed and scuffling her feet along. however,
> when in the lead she was a rabbit, even with the funny stepping, and at
> breaks and at the end of the day she was always bright and alert, never
> had that washed-out/exhausted look in her eyes. i'm sure you've looked
> at the entire situation--you only mentioned the boy's gait--but listen
> to the strength of his voice, read the rest of his body language. at
> this age, some kids are still physically a bit awkward but they can
> still perform, as the young lady in 728j3 did.
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> i also agree with adjusting pack, checking his feet for boot
> fit/blisters/hot spots, proper nourishment/hydration, too much weight,
> knee/ankle/toe pain/injury--and maybe see if he's experiencing chafing
> in the groin. this kind of agony can lead to unnatural gait, which can
> lead to more energy consumed, which can lead to earlier physical tiring,
> ..., and it's something the boy might not be willing to tell all of his
> buddies about.
>
> Jon Jonas
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Received on Mon Mar 26 16:06:02 2007