Bike crash (long)

[pfunk12]

Thanks, OakLeaf. That's great advice. My body is sore and stiff now so I know it's going to be worse tomorrow. I can't even imagine climbing on a bike in the next few days. Although it would probably be tempting. Good thing the Madone is in the shop! My elbow is heavily, heavily bandaged and they told me not to take it off until Monday. But you're right about the head. That's my primary concern.

Wow, way glad you're okay.

I have no room to say this, because I went riding the day after my concussion, and didn't take it easy to let the road rash heal.

BUT. They didn't know then what they do now about subsequent concussions. If you hit your head again, even lightly, before this is healed, you could have major brain damage. So don't risk it.

And I wound up with exhaustion and health issues from road rash pain that I didn't even know I was feeling. So take your pain pills and rest.

Hang in there, we're thinking about you.

[Bike Goddess]

You'll probably be pretty stiff. If you can get someone to go with you, perhaps take a short walk outside. I've found that being outside when you are injured helps to heal your soul.

Glad to hear that you weren't seriously hurt. Sounds like you have a great family to take care of you and watch for an after effects.

Do let us know how you are doing from time to time.

[pfunk12]

A walk sounds like a great idea. I will be going batty tomorrow if I have to stay inside all day.

My friends and neighbors have been fantastic. I've had so many kind offers of help. My neighbor who took me to the ER dropped her plans of going to a 40th reunion event with her 2 friends so she could help me. Of course, I reminded her that it was payback for all of the times that my girls and I have watched her cats when she was on travel and the countless times that I was cleaning the litter box at 6 a.m. before I went to work! And thanks, 7rider, for giving me your phone numbers in case I need anything.

You'll probably be pretty stiff. If you can get someone to go with you, perhaps take a short walk outside. I've found that being outside when you are injured helps to heal your soul.

Glad to hear that you weren't seriously hurt. Sounds like you have a great family to take care of you and watch for an after effects.

Do let us know how you are doing from time to time.

[sundial]

Pfunk, so glad your spill wasn't worse. Take it easy, rent some great classic movies, and lay around in the jammies. When you get to feeling better, treat yourself to a new helmet.

[pfunk12]

Thanks! More great advice. I love classic movies.

Pfunk, so glad your spill wasn't worse. Take it easy, rent some great classic movies, and lay around in the jammies. When you get to feeling better, treat yourself to a new helmet.

[shootingstar]

Sounds like you need to rest for a day or so. Pamper thyself.

It's a great feeling to be alive and whole.

[channlluv]

Oh, yikes. I'm glad you aren't hurt too badly, but do take care of yourself these next few days. Don't risk another head injury. Enjoy the sofa and movies and chocolate.

Roxy

[pfunk12]

Thanks so much everyone for all your support. TE is great! My running friends are going to be horrified when they hear about my crash. They will want me to lock up my bike forever or sell it.

[kenyonchris]

Glad you are OK! I crashed like this about a month ago (remember my experience with the bush??) and again the same week with the patrol bike. One bruised mess!
Take it easy, eat chocolate and diet coke (a taste sensation) and watch a movie.
I rode the spin bike shortly after and took a little run. It made me feel better.

[pfunk12]

I remember the bush incident! I'm hoping that I won't be out of commission for too long or I will go crazy.

Glad you are OK! I crashed like this about a month ago (remember my experience with the bush??) and again the same week with the patrol bike. One bruised mess!
Take it easy, eat chocolate and diet coke (a taste sensation) and watch a movie.
I rode the spin bike shortly after and took a little run. It made me feel better.

[7rider]

A walk sounds like a great idea. I will be going batty tomorrow if I have to stay inside all day.

If you're feeling like a walk...Stop by the shop today - around 11 most of us should be back. Say "hey" and show off your road rash. You'll gain instant street cred!

[bmccasland]

pfunk - What a crash! It's the morning after, how are you feeling? Hope you're not too stiff and sore. Take it easy today.

[BabyBlueNTulsa]

Pfunk - Your crash story and injury report are scary! I too am VERY glad you weren't seriously injured. They say the longer we ride, its more likely we'll experience a crash. Kinda worries me, but guess its the same for driving, eh?
Again - I'm REALLY glad you had a good helmet on. Do what your doctors and knowledgable buddies here say. Hope you heal up quickly with no residual issues.

Gentle fellow-cyclingTEr hugs to you
Susan

[arielmoon]

I am glad you and the Madone are ok!

Take it easy for a few days and allow your body to heal itself.

[pfunk12]

Again...thanks so much for your support, TEers! I really appreciate it. As you can imagine, I had a restless night. It was very difficult to sleep. I couldn't really sleep on my left side and I was (slowly) tossing and turning all night. When I got out of the bed, I felt like I was 100 years old. I am very sore all over and very tight. My left quad hurts. The road rash isn't too bad so it should heal quickly. I'm more concerned about my elbow but it's still heavily bandaged so I won't know how it looks until tomorrow when I take the bandage off. And I have a slight headache so I'll be monitoring how I feel for the next few days and I promise to be smart and watch for any weird, dangerous signs.

I just saw 7rider at the shop. Her DH asked if the crash turned me off from biking. Actually, no. I can't wait to get back on the Madone. Thanks again, everyone, for all of your support and advice! And safe riding to all of you!