fractured shoulder

[Jo-n-NY]

Do you have a FX shoulder or collarbone? Collarbone fractures are cyclings' most common injury. I've had two and unfortunately the last one (which occurred 7/4/2003) did not heal properly so I'm now scheduled for surgery to pin and graft the fracture site in hopes it will heal completely. Why do I tell you this? Well, two weeks after the last FX I was back in spin classes and I was riding in less than 8 even though the injury was not totally healed. Probably wasn't the best thing to do. For at least 6 weeks, give the FX a rest and let it start mending properly. It's a fairly painful injury so you'll know when it's OK to ride again, when the pain is all gone (and your are off the Vicodin!).

PS: The worse thing for me was not being able to wear a bra. I just couldn't go out without having one on (my chest is too big, and they are real which means they need support). Also not being able to do my hair. That was a drag. It's nice to have someone at home to help you out. I'm not looking forward to this surgery 'cause it means being home again, all alone and having to try to do some with one arm pinned to my side. Tough!

i am off vicodin. i took it only 3 times and was sick to my stomach for 2 days. i am only taking ib propen. i here you about the bra. i been going without but i am small and wearing my husbands shirts because i don't own any botton down shirts. i am sending my daughter out to get me those stretchy camisole things and some botton down shirts so i can get out and walk.

took a shower this morning and had mmy husband there but i washed my hair one handed. he washed my hair in the sink the other day and to be honest doing it myself worked out better.

thank you to the additional well wishes. oh yes, i plan to get on the trainer as soon as the dr gives me the go ahead.

bikemomma, i am sure you do just fine and your lungs will get stronger with every pedal rotation. will be thinking of you also.

now i will go try to find the threads of the other recent accidents. i am getting better working the mouse with my left hand. whew

[Pedal Wench]

Gosh, I hate to encourage you (I'm sure that complete r&r is best, but I know how we are...)
You might want to put aero-bars on your trainer. It might give you more riding options that put less pressure on your shoulder. I've added them to help with trigger finger symptoms, so I'm not putting pressure on my hands. But, you really should take it easy!

Oh - I put on some of my sports bras from the bottom up - it might be easier than over the top...