Caveman down! (some road rash content)
05-26-23, 05:22 PM
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I recommend Polarity Therapy. It re-aligns the energetic structure. Very useful after trauma. There is no manipulation of the physical body. Often done with crystals as an adjunct. It can't hurt to talk with this person: https://www.wildrosehealing.net
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05-26-23, 05:48 PM
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I guess I've been initiated. Only took 55 years of riding to do it, eh?
Here's the horse that threw me, in happier times - 2019 Cino, with a slightly less comfortable saddle, but otherwise just as it was last Thursday: 1973 Nishiki Semi Pro rocking 38mm Paselas
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05-26-23, 05:49 PM
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● 1971 Grandis SL ● 1972 Lambert Grand Prix frankenbike ● 1972 Raleigh Super Course fixie ● 1973 Nishiki Semi-Pro ● 1979 Motobecane Grand Jubile ●1980 Apollo "Legnano" ● 1984 Peugeot Vagabond ● 1985 Shogun Prairie Breaker ● 1986 Merckx Super Corsa ● 1987 Schwinn Tempo ● 1988 Schwinn Voyageur ● 1989 Bottechia Team ADR replica ● 1990 Cannondale ST600 ● 1993 Technium RT600 ● 1996 Kona Lava Dome ●
05-26-23, 05:52 PM
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Tim, I hope you heal up fast. I hit the ground twice last year and was fortunate that it was mostly road rash with maybe some tendon damage to a finger on my right hand.... Quick reminders that what we do can have some negative side effects. It still beat sitting on the sofa eating chips. I'm sure you will be back at it as soon as the docs clear you to ride! All the best, Andy A in Durango.
BTW, I really miss your spring Metric Century rides. Good times for sure.
BTW, I really miss your spring Metric Century rides. Good times for sure.
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● 1971 Grandis SL ● 1972 Lambert Grand Prix frankenbike ● 1972 Raleigh Super Course fixie ● 1973 Nishiki Semi-Pro ● 1979 Motobecane Grand Jubile ●1980 Apollo "Legnano" ● 1984 Peugeot Vagabond ● 1985 Shogun Prairie Breaker ● 1986 Merckx Super Corsa ● 1987 Schwinn Tempo ● 1988 Schwinn Voyageur ● 1989 Bottechia Team ADR replica ● 1990 Cannondale ST600 ● 1993 Technium RT600 ● 1996 Kona Lava Dome ●
● 1971 Grandis SL ● 1972 Lambert Grand Prix frankenbike ● 1972 Raleigh Super Course fixie ● 1973 Nishiki Semi-Pro ● 1979 Motobecane Grand Jubile ●1980 Apollo "Legnano" ● 1984 Peugeot Vagabond ● 1985 Shogun Prairie Breaker ● 1986 Merckx Super Corsa ● 1987 Schwinn Tempo ● 1988 Schwinn Voyageur ● 1989 Bottechia Team ADR replica ● 1990 Cannondale ST600 ● 1993 Technium RT600 ● 1996 Kona Lava Dome ●
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05-26-23, 06:42 PM
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All in all, it could've been much, much worse. At least you don't have to buy a new helmet. I hope you heal quickly.
05-26-23, 09:48 PM
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I had to get back to work earlier so I was unable to complete my post with unsolicited advice.
My mom had a bad wound and ended up under the care of a wound specialist. One of the things that he had her doing was what he called "wet to dry, twice a day". This involved washing the wound, letting it dry in the open until a scab formed, usually about a half an hour, and then applying triple anti-biotic ointment and a bandage. Cleaning the wound twice a day minimizes the chance of getting an infection and applying ointment allows faster and better healing while minimize scaring. It also tends to feel better with ointment too. This worked great for my mom and I follow it myself. This can probably be done once a day since your wound isn't nearly as bad as my mom's was.
My second tip is to use a sanitary napkin or feminine pad for you bandage. It is perfect since it is soft, absorbent and doesn't usually stick. It is so much better than gauze pads or even the better bandages. Cut them to size and you can get more coverage with less pads. The thin ones work well. The first time I tried it was a revelation. Of course, my wife called me an idiot. I replied that "you had these all along and I never knew anything about it until now.". I am an idiot!
I wish you the best with the healing.
My mom had a bad wound and ended up under the care of a wound specialist. One of the things that he had her doing was what he called "wet to dry, twice a day". This involved washing the wound, letting it dry in the open until a scab formed, usually about a half an hour, and then applying triple anti-biotic ointment and a bandage. Cleaning the wound twice a day minimizes the chance of getting an infection and applying ointment allows faster and better healing while minimize scaring. It also tends to feel better with ointment too. This worked great for my mom and I follow it myself. This can probably be done once a day since your wound isn't nearly as bad as my mom's was.
My second tip is to use a sanitary napkin or feminine pad for you bandage. It is perfect since it is soft, absorbent and doesn't usually stick. It is so much better than gauze pads or even the better bandages. Cut them to size and you can get more coverage with less pads. The thin ones work well. The first time I tried it was a revelation. Of course, my wife called me an idiot. I replied that "you had these all along and I never knew anything about it until now.". I am an idiot!
I wish you the best with the healing.
05-26-23, 10:34 PM
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Seeing those numbers, I can't believe I made it to the top. I do remember about 36 times that I stopped and Tim told me the summit was just around the next bend. That was actually helpful.
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Ah, that unique blend of yellow and purple -- I know it well. Had the same colors on my busted up arm and shoulder.
05-27-23, 10:18 AM
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Appears to be at least a Triple Ouch! Take it easy while you heal.... Don
05-27-23, 10:46 AM
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Hope you heal up quickly- and I am also happy that your cochlear device didn't get lost or broken.
And, of course the most important thing- I'm glad the bike, saddle and Acorn bag aren't ruined.
And, of course the most important thing- I'm glad the bike, saddle and Acorn bag aren't ruined.
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05-27-23, 11:12 AM
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Broken collarbone is a typical sprinter injury.
heal fast.
need to are those anti gravity supplements.
heal fast.
need to are those anti gravity supplements.
05-27-23, 09:04 PM
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Ouch! My sympathies! I crashed and broke my collarbone riding Cino two years ago. Mine was pretty bad so they had to operate and install a steel plate (and later operate to remove it). I still have zero recollection of the crash since I had a significant concussion (and destroyed helmet). My only advice is to go hard at the physical therapy exercises to maximize your chances of getting back full functioning of the shoulder. Good luck to you!
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I look forward to that ride again, enjoyed the two I've been on. This thread is not the triumphant return I was hoping for.
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I recognize that pic - from the skanky Symes Hot Springs Hotel in a room we shared. Yeah, good times.
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Let me get this straight: You were riding one-handed on a steep descent and then applied the brake? It takes a brave man to admit that.
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05-29-23, 01:39 PM
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● 1971 Grandis SL ● 1972 Lambert Grand Prix frankenbike ● 1972 Raleigh Super Course fixie ● 1973 Nishiki Semi-Pro ● 1979 Motobecane Grand Jubile ●1980 Apollo "Legnano" ● 1984 Peugeot Vagabond ● 1985 Shogun Prairie Breaker ● 1986 Merckx Super Corsa ● 1987 Schwinn Tempo ● 1988 Schwinn Voyageur ● 1989 Bottechia Team ADR replica ● 1990 Cannondale ST600 ● 1993 Technium RT600 ● 1996 Kona Lava Dome ●
