slusher Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Guys i had a bad fall Monday and landed sideways and hurt my ribs. Tuesday morning I fell again landed on the same place. I have fell 8 times I two weeks. I don’t think I broke my ribs so l have not been to my doctor. I am in pain. I may not be around much tonight was tuff. Want my friends to know.. Slusher 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stitchdup Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Sorry to hear that Carl, I know ms is pretty tough to deal with. My sister has it too but she has the version that ight not put her in a wheelchair, possibly called remitting ms.When she was taking tumbles she tried more grippy shoes and it seemed to help her but the changes in weather also seem to affect her balance when it goes from cold to warm and vice versa. If you like i can put you in contact with her as she runs a support group for ms sufferers so might be able to give advice too. i think its a facebook group 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobss396 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Once you turn 65, every doctor asks: Have you fallen in the past year? Of course I lie like a rug.... I'm nursing a knee injury right now, I'll be going slow today and will ice it up. Raining here, a good excuse to do some model work and curl up with the cat. I have been on a tear with yard, garden and pool work. Feel better! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTrucker Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Carl, I hate going to the doctor too but some times it is the safest thing to do. I would hate to think that bruised or cracked ribs would lead to you getting pneumonia which at our age can be life threatening. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLHCAHZ Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Feel Better! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBLNG Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Best to go to the Doctor and get checked to be sure. Be safe and be careful Carl. Hope you heal up and come back soon.🙂 Greg. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Hey Carl, hang in there. Prayers for you and yours. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stavanzer Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Carl, I will be praying for you. Take it easy, and see the Dr. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Wow, I'm so sorry to hear that Carl. Please get checked out by a doctor, falls can lead to more serious problems later on. I have a dear friend who is in the later stages of Type 2 Progressive MS and falls are a major concern for people who endure this disease. Please consider seeing a doctor Carl. Take care and be safe my friend. David G. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 You might want to strongly consider seeing a doctor Carl. Falling is not a good thing. I have a sleepover at the pulminary doctor tonight for my sleep apnea. It appears I'll be getting a mask to wear. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Really sorry you got hurt, Carl. Take it easy, though I know it can be hard to get comfortable with bruised or cracked ribs. We're all pulling for you to get better ASAP. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaddyDaddy Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Sorry to hear of this! Definitely, go get yourself checked out. I realized that once in my 60's, I started to lose my balance more often. Haven't gone down yet, but I feel it's only a matter of time. That's why I now carry my phone with me 24/7. Living out here in the woods, it could be a long time before someone was to find me! Ahhhh..........but we need to lighten up the moment a little. Was just remembering doing those drills in college football.......where you would quickly "high step" through the two long rows of tires. Imagine getting a bunch of us ol' timers to try that today!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Prayers for you Carl. Going to the doctor is not my favorite thing but when we need to go we need to go. Not what any of is wanted to see you post for sure. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike 1017 Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 Carl, 8 times!!!! Why didn't you go to the Emergency Room? Once you explained what you are experiencing, they would run all of the necessary tests to figure out why you are falling. You can still go it is not too late. Best of luck Mike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 Should definitely see your Doctor and or Cardiologist ASAP. Any changes in your equilibrium can indicate some serious health problems. Cracked or even broken ribs can be beyond painful and make it hard to breath. Please be safe and take care of yourself. We only get one shot at life. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 Carl I hope you are doing better. Take care of yourself 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webestang Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 Hope you feel better soon. Like others have said you should see your doc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatz4u Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 Carl, see a Doc, sooner rather than later, Al... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 As others have said, get to the doctor and get yourself checked out! Prayers for a speedy recovery and hope to see you back to posting soon!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve H Posted May 12 Share Posted May 12 Very sorry to hear this Carl. Ribs are a very painful place to have an injury. I hope you have seen a doctor and are on the mend my friend. Take good care. Steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronzekeg Posted May 13 Share Posted May 13 be careful and get well. see your Dr. by all means. m.s. is cruel my late wife battled it also. wishing you the best Carl. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted May 13 Share Posted May 13 Carl I see you have not.been on since Saturday. Hope all is well,. Your positivity is missed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy grumpy Posted May 13 Share Posted May 13 Sorry to hear about that Carl, take it slow and get well my friend. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 14 Author Share Posted May 14 Guys went to the hospital Saturday and I have 3 broken ribs and I had blood in my right. My lung is better I was sent to Vanderbilt at outside Nashville, I could’ve if I needed surgery. I am sore and infor 4 to 6 weeks of discomfort. I came home late last night. Thank you dear friends. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted May 14 Share Posted May 14 Broken ribs are no fun. From personal experience, keep a pillow handy to hug closely in case you cough or sneeze. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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