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So this past Friday I had the unfortunate experience of slipping on ice/snow and falling hard in my complex lot.
Busted lip (healing well, was maybe 5 times normal size) terribly bruised knees and scraped skin (x-rays revealed no fractures thankfully, just mild arthritis :rolleyes: ) and bruised ribs.
It could really have been a lot worse, grateful nothing was broken and I didn't loose any teeth. :D
Any tips at all for some relief with the bruised ribs? I know there isn't much that can be done, I am currently using topical Arnica gel which is helping slightly. Taking Aleve as needed and directed.
Thanks in advance.
Sacamuelas
02-09-2021, 18:47
well... we could have made an excellent oral-maxillofacial trauma thread if you just would have tried a little harder on the fall. ;)
Glad you are on the mend. Honestly, I have never heard of much in the way of palliative care that helps with your soreness other than NSAIDs and minimizing movement. Try not to cough or sneeze to prevent "fireworks". :D
Glad you are ok.
When you are off the Aleve...perhaps a little whiskey might help.
well... we could have made an excellent oral-maxillofacial trauma thread if you just would have tried a little harder on the fall. ;)
Glad you are on the mend. Honestly, I have never heard of much in the way of palliative care that helps with your soreness other than NSAIDs and minimizing movement. Try not to cough or sneeze to prevent "fireworks". :D
LOL damnit I'm so selfish! Thanks much! :D
...perhaps a little whiskey might help.
That's a plan, I knew I liked you. :lifter
To add to the list that Sacamuelas said (from first-hand bruised and broke ribs experience), don't laugh. That is especially difficult if you work with assclown comics like I did...
ender18d
02-10-2021, 00:34
Note that even dedicated rib films are not perfect at picking up fractures, so the line between bruised and broken can be blurry when it comes to ribs. We don’t usually do a dedicated CT because there is no difference in management. I only mention this because it may take longer to resolve than a typical bruise.
Topical lidocaine patches tend to work fairly well for this application in my experience, and topical nsaids are also a good option especially if you don’t tolerate oral Nsaids for some reason.
rsdengler
02-10-2021, 10:17
So this past Friday I had the unfortunate experience of slipping on ice/snow and falling hard in my complex lot.
Busted lip (healing well, was maybe 5 times normal size) terribly bruised knees and scraped skin (x-rays revealed no fractures thankfully, just mild arthritis :rolleyes: ) and bruised ribs.
It could really have been a lot worse, grateful nothing was broken and I didn't loose any teeth. :D
Any tips at all for some relief with the bruised ribs? I know there isn't much that can be done, I am currently using topical Arnica gel which is helping slightly. Taking Aleve as needed and directed.
Thanks in advance.
Oohhh sorry to hear that, I hope you are feeling alright. I slipped down my stairs the other day, knee gave out and I landed right on my derriere and elbow. I just took ibuprofen and rubbed my bum nothing more I could do. Good thing you didn't have anything broken. I Hope you are feeling better soon.
Prayers for a quick recovery.. :(
Old Dog New Trick
02-10-2021, 10:31
Sorry to hear that, hope for speedy and full recovery. Especially sensitive right now with ‘Rona-19 bug don’t get a respiratory infection so stay healthy!!!
Second what ender18d said about Lidocaine patches and NSAIDS and I believe using an Ace wrap is still acceptable...snug but not so tight as to restrict normal breathing. Helps with the occasional laughing your family will put you through.
Sorry to hear about your fall glad it was no worse than it was. Best I can do is wish you you a speedy recovery. Take care!
Eagle5US
02-10-2021, 16:05
Bruised vs Broken...treatment is the same.
Tincture of time.
4 weeks for your “bone cloud” to form to heal them, 6 weeks for it to feel “better”
Outside of Ibuprophen, Salonpas 4% lidocaine patches give a fair amount of relief.
Rx patches are 5% and would run you $120 for 4...
Contrast that with $18 for 5. You get the picture.
Do deep breathing exercises so you don’t developed a pneumonia...time my friend.
To add to the list that Sacamuelas said (from first-hand bruised and broke ribs experience), don't laugh. That is especially difficult if you work with assclown comics like I did...
My brothers send me hilarious texts, I will be beating them soon. :D
Note that even dedicated rib films are not perfect at picking up fractures, so the line between bruised and broken can be blurry when it comes to ribs. We don’t usually do a dedicated CT because there is no difference in management. I only mention this because it may take longer to resolve than a typical bruise.
Topical lidocaine patches tend to work fairly well for this application in my experience, and topical nsaids are also a good option especially if you don’t tolerate oral Nsaids for some reason.
Thanks! She said at least 6-7 weeks if it's not better she'll order an ultrasound. I have been using the topical but she did recommend lidocaine or salon pas so that is on my list
Oohhh sorry to hear that, I hope you are feeling alright. I slipped down my stairs the other day, knee gave out and I landed right on my derriere and elbow. I just took ibuprofen and rubbed my bum nothing more I could do. Good thing you didn't have anything broken. I Hope you are feeling better soon.
Thanks, I hope you feel better too!
Prayers for a quick recovery.. :(
Thank you JJ!
Sorry to hear that, hope for speedy and full recovery. Especially sensitive right now with ‘Rona-19 bug don’t get a respiratory infection so stay healthy!!!
Second what ender18d said about Lidocaine patches and NSAIDS and I believe using an Ace wrap is still acceptable...snug but not so tight as to restrict normal breathing. Helps with the occasional laughing your family will put you through.
Definitely being careful and continue to keep up with my immune system, thank you so much! My brothers are evil...:D
Sorry to hear about your fall glad it was no worse than it was. Best I can do is wish you you a speedy recovery. Take care!
I'll take that!
Bruised vs Broken...treatment is the same.
Tincture of time.
4 weeks for your “bone cloud” to form to heal them, 6 weeks for it to feel “better”
Outside of Ibuprophen, Salonpas 4% lidocaine patches give a fair amount of relief.
Rx patches are 5% and would run you $120 for 4...
Contrast that with $18 for 5. You get the picture.
Do deep breathing exercises so you don’t developed a pneumonia...time my friend.
I got the picture, no need to spend that much. And thank you for the advice about the breathing exercises too.
The Reaper
02-10-2021, 21:56
Sorry to hear of your injury.
Had a few of those myself over the years.
Eagle5US has sound advice, as always. It will take time, don't push it.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
TR
Sorry to hear of your injury.
Had a few of those myself over the years.
Eagle5US has sound advice, as always. It will take time, don't push it.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
TR
TR! Thank you for the good wishes, I'm sure you have.
At least working from home allows for some creature comforts and a relaxed wardrobe!
Gypsy, I had the same thing happen back in Aug. '20 when I was clearing branches after a storm. Got one foot caught in the smaller branches of a large branch & didn't realize it until I started to walk away. Came down hard on edge of road pavement. Hurt like a mutha. I thought I might have broken a rib; but x-rays showed no break.
Used NSAIDs (Indocin 75 mg. - prescription). Didn't think of the patches. But as others have said, it will take 4-6 weeks for the pain to completely subside. Sorry for your injury. Rest up and heal. Take good care of yourself.
p.s.: I don't want to fall on ice - I don't bounce as well as I used to. :D
miclo18d
02-12-2021, 14:56
I too bruised up some ribs last year getting groceries out of the back of the SUV. Foot slipped and I came down on the tailgate.
It took a looooong time to heal and I was in a lot of pain for about 2 weeks befor it STARTED to heal.
All advice is spot on.
Go get some BBQ! I hear eating ribs helps with rib healing!
p.s.: I don't want to fall on ice - I don't bounce as well as I used to. :D
Ouch! I didn't bounce either, hope you're all healed up!
All advice is spot on.
Go get some BBQ! I hear eating ribs helps with rib healing!
Hope you're healed up. That is some sound advice right there, nothing better than some baby backs! :D
The Salonpas patches are definitely helping. This will be a lay low weekend I look forward to some rest and relaxation.
Badger52
02-13-2021, 17:38
The Salonpas patches are definitely helping. This will be a lay low weekend I look forward to some rest and relaxation.That's good to know, and glad you're on the mend. Not like the weather in our AO is beckoning many to want to run outside & play...
:D
That's good to know, and glad you're on the mend. Not like the weather in our AO is beckoning many to want to run outside & play...
:D
It is waaaay too cold for me. I like winter in general but this is crazy! Stay safe and keep warm!
Sorry for your fall, Gypsy, and for the fact that, at first, I misread you post as being Braised Ribs in the Guerilla Gourmet thread. :o Heal quickly! :lifter
Sorry for your fall, Gypsy, and for the fact that, at first, I misread you post as being Braised Ribs in the Guerilla Gourmet thread. :o Heal quickly! :lifter
:D You made me check my spelling! Thank you!
Wasn't sure this thread would still be around, but since it is I thought I would share a little saga over the past three years since I fell.
After this fall, my knees kept buckling under me and I continued to fall every few days for several weeks. I went to physical therapy because I thought when I collapsed I hurt my knees. First visit with the physical therapist she said you need a neurologist. :eek:
I won't bore you with all the details of the Odyssey of the past three years blood tests for so many different conditions, muscle biopsies, spinal tap, MRIs on my back and my brain the list goes on and on. I was exhausted emotionally and physically and now I know why... this disease is almost impossible to diagnose.
Finally on May 17, 2024 I was diagnosed with a very rare neurological autoimmune disease called CIDP.
For those of you who do not know this is an extremely rare autoimmune disease and my body is attacking the protective fatty sheath around my nerves.
Sure, the one place I need fat I don't have it! :D
I went from bad to worse, couldn't walk without a walker actually got hospitalized for about a week because my leg stopped working, stopped driving, stopped being able to come and go as I please and losing your independence is one of the worst things that I think could happen to a person, at least it is for me.
Well, I made a fortune selling my car so I guess that was a plus :rolleyes::lifter
I just started IVIg treatments and next week will be my third infusion of six. My neurologist said not to expect any noticeable improvements until after the third or fourth treatments however I am happy to report I have a bit less numbness in my hands and my feet and my legs and although the nerve pain is still pretty intense it's not as bad.
My neuro never gave up on me but I have found a neuro at the University of Chicago that has specialized in CIDP both in research and in treatment as her sole focus for years. I will be making an appointment with her soon to make sure I'm getting the best possible treatments.
It took me a while to go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, but now am focused on being very positive and praying to go into remission so I can be an active person again.
Cheers!
Lorene
mojaveman
08-08-2024, 16:47
Hope you make a complete recovery Gypsy. I'll think positive karma for you.
Great news, keep up the fight. You have to keep pushing to get the Docs to find out what is wrong. Glad you’re on the right path.
Hope your back on your feet soon.
The Reaper
08-08-2024, 19:01
Get well soon, Lorene.
Glad that you were able to find the cause.
TR
Here is wishing you nothing but the best in your treatment and your recovery! Sometimes these things take time to sort out. Godspeed!
Badger52
08-09-2024, 05:11
Wish you all the best; the "keep pushing for the most knowledgeable doc" advice above is solid. Treat yourself to one of those skillet burritos from the other thread. Thank you for sharing the news.
:lifter
Best wishes for a full recovery!
Prayers out for continued positive progression and full recovery.
bblhead672
08-09-2024, 09:05
Hope you have a speedy and complete recovery!
Thank you all so much for your kind words. I really appreciate all of you.
Definitely in a battle but I've always been a fighter so I'll do everything I can in my power to get better.
I've been doing chair yoga and stretching exercises and other PT and I do believe it will pay off :lifter
Treat yourself to one of those skillet burritos from the other thread.
:lifter
I did and I added some hot sauce to it too! :cool:
Thank you all so much for your kind words. I really appreciate all of you.
Definitely in a battle but I've always been a fighter so I'll do everything I can in my power to get better.
I've been doing chair yoga and stretching exercises and other PT and I do believe it will pay off :lifter
Praying for you Lorene, but I have to ask the question that no one else has asked, given the date of your ailment, did you get the WuFlu vax?
Pat
Great news, now you'll have to buy another vehicle.
Prayers for a whole recovery.
Praying for you Lorene, but I have to ask the question that no one else has asked, given the date of your ailment, did you get the WuFlu vax?
Pat
Thank you, Pat.
Hell No, and my neurologist and a second neurologist that I went to see both asked me the same question. After my legs failed and I wound up in the hospital in June 2021 the emergency room doctor asked me the same question as well as the doctor that was assigned to me while I was hospitalized.
Great news, now you'll have to buy another vehicle.
Prayers for a whole recovery.
Thanks Joker yes, that will be the fun part!