Lower back related ??? Wakeboarding vs Wakeskating

rho · Newbie Joined: 26 May 2005 Posts: 46 City: Alameda

I'm new to both sports and have a few questions, back related. I injured my back last year Motoxing (herniated disk in the lower back). The MRI says it's better but I still feel nerve sensations going down my leg.

Will it be foolish to try either?

Which one (Wakeboarding or Skating) would be easier on the lower back?

Thanks, I am 6'2" and 225lbs if that makes any difference...

Robert

pooser · Wakeboarder.com Freak Joined: 13 Jan 2003 Posts: 4738

try wakesurfing. no impact whatsoever. but wakeskating would probably be easier on your back.

03parksridr · Soul Rider Joined: 04 Jun 2004 Posts: 256 City: Edmond

I don't know. When i was wakeskating my back got much more tired than it ever has wakeboarding. But on the falls you are probably right.

Krown77 · Outlaw Joined: 07 May 2005 Posts: 112 City: Haliburton

dunno man, id say wakeboarding for riding, is less painful, and wakeskating for fallin is less painful, just dont do anything that will really strain ur back

pooser · Wakeboarder.com Freak Joined: 13 Jan 2003 Posts: 4738

ive hurt my back a little before and i just know the impact from wakeboarding is a lot worse. if you case the wake or land in the flats youll probably hurt your back again. take it easy for a while, back injuries are serious. there are a lot of important nerves there.