Jann in TX Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 I've had some health issues and mental stress (mainly due one of my dd's being mentally unstable) and I've gained some weight. Not really stress eating-- but just not being active. The only way I can loose weight is to exercise-- plus especially since I'm over 50 if I diet alone I'll have tons of flabby skin. For the past 6 weeks I've been working out most mornings-- about 5 days per week. I use a treadmill and hand weights-- and some great music! I can now get up easily an hour earlier and I'm actually feeling better!!! -- this week I had to search my closet for smaller jeans-- I've gone down a full size and the scale is finally moving in the right direction. BUT-- I got up extra early on Thursday and did something really dumb. I ended up falling AND I was not wearing the kill switch that turns off the treadmill if you fall. OUCH!!! I thought I broke my forearm-- but I have full range of motion so I ignored the pain and went on with my day. I'm also on a med that inhibits swelling/inflammation and my thinking was why go to a Dr who would not believe you (memories of a hand injury a few years ago that took 6 months and 4 Drs before they gave me an MRI to shut me up-- and found TONS of damage that required surgery). Anyways yesterday the pain just kept increasing AND I had a huge bruise on my bicep (and I felt a tear and knew I did not hit my bicep when I fell)...anyways Dr confirmed what I thought-- I tore my bicept tendon (at least the long-head). It is not a complete tear-- I'll consult an orthopedic Dr next week and may push for MRI. My shoulder is also messed up (pain in back) so there may also be a rotatory cuff injury as well AND my forearm may be broken-- X-rays yesterday with Dr to call back Monday. No good way to splint this-- I'm getting some of that fancy sport tape today. FUN! Anyone have words of wisdom (besides using the kill switch next time!). Dr says I'll probably be able to treadmill again in a week-- but no weights on left side until cleared. My treadmill is a high-end model that is specifically made to reduce knee strain-- with my weight walking alone just kills my knees! 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Oh no, how painful! I have no words of wisdom, but I'm so sorry it happened and hope you're on the mend soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Oh, no, I'm so sorry, I do not have any words of wisdom ? I hope you heal quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 I’m so sorry! No words of wisdom but plenty of sympathy. Once I crossed 50, injuries seem to take a lot longer to heal- hope you’re on the mend really soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 That’s rotten. No advice, but I hope it’s something that time will heal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Tick Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 That sounds miserable, so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsheresomewhere Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 No more treadmill dancing for you. Feel better soon. What treadmill did you get for your knees? We are looking at them for everyone in this house to use and a majority of us have bad knees. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katilac Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Ugh, that stinks. If you don't get a cast, is there anyplace you can go swim to add some variety? And, if you're talking about Kinesio tape, it is awesome and you should always keep some on hand! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 (((Jann in TX))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 (((Jann))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Oh how awful. So sorry. I never used the kill switch, but I guess it's a good idea. My only advice is to start slow. If that frustrates you, keep the speed slow but increase the incline. Hill work is good strengthening work. Are you using weights while on the treadmill? Maybe get wrap around kind instead of free weights? Hoping you get back to exercise soon. It is a good stress reliever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Ouch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldberry Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 I am so sorry! There is nothing more frustrating than when you're finally making progress to get set back with an injury. It's easy to feel like giving up. ((Hugs)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Gosh. Whenever I use the treadmill at the gym this vision flashes before me what would happen if I suddenly could not walk and could not reach the STOP button...what a bummer when things were going so well. I hope nothing is broken and everything heals quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Airrosti does a great job with soft tissue damage and with teaching you to use therapeutic taping techniques. If you don’t mind driving to town, I think it’d be worth a visit or two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 I do not use a treadmill because even with the kill switch, I had a near fall. I would be very carefull about going back on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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