Blech

[murielalex]

So I found this forum on the first day I bought a bike and couldn't make it three miles. Two bikes later and a few months later, and after training hard, I was to do my first big 165-mile charity ride this coming Friday and Saturday from Miami to Key West with a wonderful group of people and stays in Hawks Cay and in Key West. I've never been to Key West though I've lived in Florida for 16 years. Last night, I went to the team spaghetti dinner, got our jerseys, which I love and have been very excited. I even raised almost $1500. Well, today, I was participating in a carnival for work, and had been nominated for the dunk tank. First ball and down I go, injuring my arthritic ankle with a bad sprain and hairline fracture. I'm in a freaking cast, and will not be able to ride for a least a few weeks. I'm crushed, and am venting here because it's all I have right now, and the stupid pain is keeping me awake. I'm just so disappointed.

[Bike Writer]

Oh Murielalex

I am so sorry to hear of your misfortune! It's hard to sort priorities when you don't feel up to it. I truly feel your pain in this instance and wish you a speedy recovery.

I wish you well and soon my friend,
Deb

[DebSP]

Oh no Murialex! I am so sorry to hear this. After you have trained and raised all that money. Nothing is going to take away your disappointment. I only hope that you heal soon and get another chance to do the charity ride next year. Come and vent as much as you like, we will always listen.

[Crankin]

That stink! But, I assume your money will still go to the cause. Your training will help you heal faster.
But, I know it still feels awful.

[tealtreak]

So sorry- hope you heal quickly and venting here is good for the soul (: Those who are not addicted to biking (running, swimming etc...) don't understand.....

[indysteel]

Oh, what a shame. I'm so sorry. I hope you heal quickly and fully.

[OakLeaf]

Oh, that stinks. Heal up quick and come back strong.

And try a different combination of pain meds - ask for a different script if you've got prescription meds.

[ZenBiker]

That really is rotten luck, I'm so sorry. You are still part of that team, you've earned it, so try to celebrate their ride even as you mourn the loss of your opportunity (and it is a kind of mourning). Then find another ride to to plan for as soon as possible!

[malkin]

Oh, that is just a bummer!

[murielalex]

Thanks guys. I'll get over it, though I forgot how impossible trying to get anything done on crutches is. Oh well. Thanks for helping me remember the good part, muirenn.

[luvmyguys]

That stinks!!!

You did do an awesome job training, though!!

[goldfinch]

Oh no! I am so sorry. You went into biking with all you had and have made impressive gains. And, after all, you did raise $1500!

Take care and take the pain pills before the pain gets the better of you.

(Dunk tanks are bad!!!!! And for work, no less!)

[Owlie]

That sucks. You have done really well this season, as you and other TE-ers have pointed out. But that stings. Take care of yourself and get that pain under control. ((Hugs))

[Grits]

Thanks guys. I'll get over it, though I forgot how impossible trying to get anything done on crutches is. Oh well. Thanks for helping me remember the good part, muirenn.

I am sorry too! Many people on this forum have used knee walkers while dealing with foot/ankle injuries. I had to rent mine out of pocket for a month ($100), but I think some had some success with insurance coverage. Anyway, it was totally worth the $100 to have free hands, and I was getting carpal tunnel from using the crutches.

[Sky King]

I too, used a knee walker and rented. Even better was my Gilles Berthoud front bag fit on the walker so I could put stuff in it.
Good luck, hope rehab can start soon