Help, pls say it's not so

[Wahine]

Sometimes it'll feel stable for a month or so because there is fluid/swelling inside the joint and the pressure of the fluid stabilizes it. When the swelling finally goes down, there's less intra-articualr pressure and the bone ends have move freedom of movement. Or, some of the new scar tissue may have stretched out.

Ultimately CC, unless something is being compressed that shouldn't be, this isn't much of a functional concern. Over time, the joint will usually scar down and stabilize. It often looks funny, different position and enlarged, compared to the other side but quite functional.

I just want to you make sure it's not squishing anything and be sure to tell the doac about the dizziness etc. Don't leave out any of the weird symptoms when you talk to him. He won't think you're crazy.

[crazycanuck]

The CT scans came back. My Dr rang to tell me the area's healed since October and not to worry as the moved clavicle piece not affecting any vital organs. Good thing to know.

However..I'm seeing him tomorrow * as i still have this warm pain all the way down my midriff(dunno what bone that is) and accross my left side. Also, i can't walk down the street with both arms moving, carry anything heavy, sit a certain way blah blah blah

Yes I mentioned this and he said to take some nurofen and see if it helps. Could all the feelings i have just be from swelling?

*=appt made but if nurofen helps then i'll cancel it

[OakLeaf]

Glad it's good news so far. Hang in there kiddo.

I should let the PTs and MDs chime in, but since I'm the first one here and I'm not sure how your time zones work out or how far in advance you have to cancel your appointment: KEEP YOUR DOCTOR APPOINTMENT. A CT is a still photograph that doesn't tell much about what's happening when you move. If they took pictures with your arm in various positions, all the better, but it's not a substitute for a clinical exam.

Hugs and healing thoughts.

[LBTC]

CC - glad for the good news! Please keep that doctor appointment! Sending butterflies to help doc know what's going on, and help you heal completely.

Hugs,
~T~

[bmccasland]

CC - not sure with the time zone thing, but I'll join the group - GO SEE YOUR DOC!!!

[crazycanuck]

hey yep it's tomorrow am & yes i'm keeping the appt..

[SheFly]

Let us know how it goes! I hope that the anti-inflammatories help, and that the DR has some good news for you - you need to get back on the bike!

SheFly