Less than a week ago, I injured myself doing heavy dumbbell flys. After seeing two orthopedic surgeons, I have either: a). partially torn my right pec muscle or b). completely torn my right pec tendon. If it’s a partial tear, no surgery is required and I’m looking at a month of PT. If, however, the tendon has separated from the bone, surgery is a must and I’m looking at 4 months before I’m able to lift heavy again. My MRI on Saturday will illustrate the gravity of the injury. If surgery is required, I know I’ll be restricted to mostly lower body exercises.
My problem is thus: my gym is relatively “old school,” with few machines and lots of iron. I’ve made great gains the last five months and I hate to lose all that I’ve built. What can I do? Any insight would be sincerely appreciated.
