My crash and the aftermath. I'm OK!!
08-17-10, 09:39 PM
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Scary story. Glad you are okay. I had a slower speed crash last year where I suffered concussion too. I felt like a vegetable for a few days. Get lots and lots of sleep. It really helps. I tried staying awake one time and that didn't go well.
08-17-10, 10:56 PM
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I saw your FB post and was wondering what happened. i am so glad you are doing as well as you are.
Peace, love and thank the forces for sweet spouses.
Peace, love and thank the forces for sweet spouses.
08-18-10, 01:09 PM
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Glad you're recovering. That was one bad crash. Please take your time recovering. You might want to try a little hiking before getting back on a bike. Stay close to home at first.
Have the doctors given you any indication re how long you should expect recovery to take?
Have the doctors given you any indication re how long you should expect recovery to take?
08-18-10, 01:23 PM
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thanks for sharing. glad to hear that you are still here with us. why was your wife and kids called before an ambulance?
08-18-10, 03:22 PM
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Wow, that's scary! So glad you had your helmet and roadID with you. Hope you heal up soon.
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08-19-10, 10:25 PM
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The people that found me called my wife before the ambulance because I asked them too in my altered state. My wife figured she could get me to the ER faster than calling an ambulance and having them come out and then take me to the hospital. If we had to do it over again we'd call 911. I just hope there isn't a next time.
I had another CT scan today because of my continued dizziness. My doctor is bothered that the effects are still this strong. Staggering around like a drunk 5 days later is a little concerning. When I know more I'll share.
I had another CT scan today because of my continued dizziness. My doctor is bothered that the effects are still this strong. Staggering around like a drunk 5 days later is a little concerning. When I know more I'll share.
08-20-10, 09:47 AM
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The people that found me called my wife before the ambulance because I asked them too in my altered state. My wife figured she could get me to the ER faster than calling an ambulance and having them come out and then take me to the hospital. If we had to do it over again we'd call 911. I just hope there isn't a next time.
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Take note everyone - call EMS if you need quick attention (head injury, blood loss, heart attack, poisoning, allergic shock); driving to the ER is OK for not too serious broken bones, appendicitis, lacerations, etc.
08-21-10, 03:59 PM
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ahhhhhh man,
im glad to hear your ok!
Im new to biking and havent heard of a roadID before.
I am totally going to look that up and try to pick one up for myself!
im glad to hear your ok!
Im new to biking and havent heard of a roadID before.
I am totally going to look that up and try to pick one up for myself!
