Closed Grip technique is ace for ‘Lob’ster’s recovery

With Wimbledon in full swing and the likes of Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal showing everyone how it is done on the courts, the Oceanarium in Bournemouth is using inspiration from the championships to help with the rehabilitation of a rescued resident.
 
Cyclops the 40cm one-eyed common lobster - who was found washed up on Bournemouth Beach, is being given tennis balls as part of his rehabilitation program to strengthen his crushing claw.
 
A lifeguard on his morning training regime found Cyclops and took him to the Oceanarium last month where he is being cared for by the aquatic team.
 
Just like Andy Murray warming up before his semi final match, Cyclops requires treatment to ensure full movement is restored in his crushing claw which has the ability to sustain long, strong contractions when hunting. The tennis ball will act as a physiotherapy instrument and aid his recovery to full health.
 
Oliver Buttling, Group Curator of the Oceanarium comments, “Cyclops has improved dramatically since his arrival at Oceanarium. The tennis balls are perfect for using in the rehabilitation program as they give Cyclops something to really get his claw into, but are strong enough to not be destroyed in the process.
 
“It is very unusual for common lobsters to be discovered on the beach as they are usually found in deeper waters but with our care and the use of the tennis balls, he is on the road to recovery and will have a safe new home here.”  Commented Oliver.
 
Visitors will be able to see Cyclops in the Oceanarium’s Abyss display once he has made a full recovery and for those who are planning to watch the remaining Wimbledon matches, games will be shown in the Offshore Café.
 
Tickets are available on-line offering up to 25% discount.  For more information call 01202 311993 or log-on to www.oceanarium.co.uk