Crossbows and Myopia

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Robert Kopp - 21 Feb 2006 20:49 GMT

I had an eye exam yesterday, but forgot to ask the doctor a question that
was on my mind. Prior to recent cataract surgery, I had a correction of
-12D, and it is my understanding that some sources advise restriction on
physical activity for high myopes.

I was thinking about getting a crossbow with a drawing weight of 180#.
However, there is a stirrup on the back of the bow, so most of the effort
is exerted with your back. I could probably find a cocking lever for it,
though at additional expense. Should I regard this measure as necessary?

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Neil Brooks - 21 Feb 2006 21:20 GMT

>I had an eye exam yesterday, but forgot to ask the doctor a question that
>was on my mind. Prior to recent cataract surgery, I had a correction of
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>is exerted with your back. I could probably find a cocking lever for it,
>though at additional expense. Should I regard this measure as necessary?

Robert,

The topic of myopia and crossbows comes up all the time ;-)

Seriously: is the cost of this "cocking lever" material? If not, is
there really any downside in buying one? My (uninformed) thought
would be: without it, you have some risk and little reward.

I'm not sure this is an area where I'd take many chances.

Good luck!

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CatmanX - 21 Feb 2006 22:09 GMT

As for the myopia component, it is because the retina has been
stretched out and is more capable of detachment. Any sudden jolt to the
eye could detach the retina. While it will normally be of no import, it
is a consideration to keep in mind. If for some strange reason the bow
slipped in the process of cocking and flipped up and hit you in the eye
there may be a problem.

The cocking mechanism would be beneficial here, as well as save wear
and tear on the back.

I would also advise safety glasses when playing crossbow, just as a
safety precaution.

Happy firing.

dr grant

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Dan Abel - 22 Feb 2006 21:11 GMT

> I had an eye exam yesterday, but forgot to ask the doctor a question that
> was on my mind. Prior to recent cataract surgery, I had a correction of
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> is exerted with your back. I could probably find a cocking lever for it,
> though at additional expense. Should I regard this measure as necessary?

How recent? Do not under any circumstances try this if the surgery is
*really* recent, without talking to your doctor first. I have had four
eye surgeries, and put on restriction after each. I was not allowed to
tie my shoes.

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