u/Durlag

Just had the first blood test of my life and came in at 7.9nmol/L which was kind of shocking. I did take the test at 5pm after I biked there from work, sweating with a heart rate of 120bpm but I still think I'm just making excuses. I have no libido or energy issues, weight train about 3-4 times a day, run alot.

How likely is this a product of the particular test conditions or should I delve into this further? My doctor is calling me next week but I'm kind of trying to wrap my head around how this could be so low.

I've posted here years ago about poor squat flexibility and have always figured I had issues with gluteal amnesia/activation and poor dorsiflexion. I've had scans that basically confirmed early onset osteoarthritis in my hips and it's affecting me mentally now with my training. My internal rotation is so bad lately especially on my right side and nothing I do seems to open the hips up. It just feels so gritty/sand papery when I move through ranges of motion and I have no clue what to do about this.

Does anyone have any experience or tips on how to possibly rectify or combat the hip OA? I've just been so aware lately that the joint does not move how it is supposed to and it makes me really sad having to deal with this at this age. I'm super physically fit but it's really hindering alot of my physical activities.

Thanks

Have early Osteoarthritis at 34 and am looking for a sports physiotherapist that specializes in this kind of thing. Please hit me with your recommendations!

Thanks <3