I BROKE MY COLLAR BONE 2nite
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Eddie GOpez at 10.9.08 - 3:51 am
g'dammit, it hurts. do i really need to go to the ER? THERE'S NO CAST, Nothing i can do but make a splint right?
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while my injury was pretty mild, i didnt think it was anything serious.. then i went to the doctor and found out i had completely displaced my finger.. so .. GO TO THE DOCTOR.
you never know, there could be something worse / better / a solution
worse comes to worse, they give you awesome pain medication.
tinycities10.9.08 - 4:07 am
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iam broke ass fuck n have no money though. no in surance either.
Eddie GOpez10.9.08 - 4:23 am
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go to one of the hospitals that does free clinics maybe?
tinycities10.9.08 - 4:28 am
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EDDIE! how and when did this happen, when did you leave the mosey?
You may want to go to County, tall them your indigent, and can't pay, you'll have to sit around a while cause they treat those patients last (yay for capitalism), however, you do want to get this set at the least. there's no cast, but you want a collar bone to heal right, otherwise it can fuck up your arm.
but seriously how the fuck did you crash?
FuzzBeast10.9.08 - 6:55 am
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and damn I was feeling shitty for folding my bullhorns...
FuzzBeast10.9.08 - 6:59 am
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don't go to the ER unless you are bleeding.
do go to a doctor or a free clinic and get xrays, there are a couple possible complications.
and get a followup xray in like 3 and 6 months, it should be healed by 6 months but sometimes it doesn't heal and you need surgery. that's what happened to me.
it will hurt like fuck for a few days, after a week or so the severe pain starts going away. the pain isn't so bad really, the doctors all said I needed vicodin but I never used it.
stevestevesteve10.9.08 - 7:08 am
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my right collarbone bends outward after fracturing it 5 times.
FUN
ijunes10.9.08 - 9:23 am
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i hope i'ts not the hand you play with.
Eddie GOpez
10.3.08 - 2:21 am
you probably meant
the hand you use to play with yourself
spiraldemon10.9.08 - 9:56 am
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Shit man, that totally sucks! !
When Danny broke his, he had this figure 8 back brace to keep him aligned, so it could heal.
Maybe he would let you use it if you asked him.
Also, I know he was taking a shit load of Calcium to help the bone reform. Take it slow whatever you do.
Drew10.9.08 - 11:32 am
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solomons seal is also a good supplement to take for a speedy process to healing injuries.
ruinedbyidiots10.9.08 - 11:44 am
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i just broke my, and have a titanium plate and a shitload of bills to show for it.
do not go to the ER ... they will double charge (hospital cost + er doc bills). they will also probably make you get an x-ray.
if you have no ins./no $$$, cheapest option is to make an appointment, pay the $125 or so for the visit + xray, and get a referral.
for most, x-ray indicates the figure 8 / wishbone or a sling are good enough. but if it is an extreme fracture (like mine), and you don't get it fixed, you will end up with lost range of motion, early onset arthritis, general shitty life, etc.
illafilla10.9.08 - 1:01 pm
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eddie! did that happen last night on the roof of the parking structure?
shit, i got pretty tore up there too.
i wish you the best, and while i can offer no medical advice, i can say that it was a pleasure seeing you and riding with you on the mosey last night.
truly sorry about the unfortunate news
Candy Cane10.9.08 - 1:03 pm
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CONGRATULATIONS EDDIE, YOU DESERVE THAT BROKEN COLLAR BONE, EVERYTIME YOU GET ON A BIKE, YOU GET HURT, MAYBE YOU SHOULD 'TRAINING WHEELS' ???
eddieboyinla10.9.08 - 1:37 pm
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last night i was on the phone when the group left. then i hung up and tried to catch up and on the second to last turn before the exit of the lot, i banked to much on one turn and the wheel slipped on a tiny trail of water or most likely someones pee trail anyway. i actually got up feeling some stiff soreness and rode away. then i got a rear flat and was walking home or towards a homebound direction. I was clear to me that the pain was to uncomfortable to use the force needed to change a tire and pump a new tube. when i got to temple and rampart from hoover and olympic, god that must have taken at least 20minutes walking i realized i could not bare the weight of the bag on my left shoulder (the shoulder and possible collar bone in question) as soon as i removed the bag i was in excruciationg pain and called a friend and got a ride home. im about to go to that hospital in sylmar that treated me for my broken ankle in february. let's home it's something minor. im not showing sever bruising and i have some limited mobility. i can type. so lets hope for the best. i'll keep you all posted.
Eddie GOpez10.9.08 - 1:42 pm
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nope i cant type. that was hope not home, and severe not sever.
Eddie GOpez10.9.08 - 1:46 pm
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FU HOW THE FUCK DOES SOMEONE DESERVE AN INJURY DICKHEAD???
Eddie GOpez10.9.08 - 1:47 pm
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after making fun of my broken thumb, you win the karma prize
spiraldemon10.9.08 - 1:51 pm
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YOU RIDE LIKE A NUT ON 'CHILL RIDES', AND YOU EXPECT NOT TO GET HURT ???, YOU FUCKIN CUNT.
eddieboyinla10.9.08 - 1:56 pm
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Aw poor eddie. Get well soon. I hope for a speedy recovery. take lots of calcium, vitamin d, C, and iron...
batgirlkarla10.9.08 - 2:03 pm
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damn that sucks! hope everything works out.
funanu10.9.08 - 2:05 pm
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if the bone is all deformed when youre staring at yourself in the mirror without your shirt on, its probably broken. if it isnt broken, then its separated. either way YOU NEED TO GET CHECKED OUT.
this is kind of what illafillas collarbone looked like after i checked it out on crank mob after he fell.
a separated shoulder kind of looks the same, only the bone isnt broken, its just that all the tendons and ligaments that hold it in place have been stretched out, so it pops out of place. whatever you do, dont try to pop it back into place. its not a dislocation.
ruinedbyidiots10.9.08 - 3:39 pm
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when i broke my collarbone the pain was immediate and severe, almost sickening, despite me being inappropariately drunk. if the pain came on slowly it might not be broken. if it's broken you will see a bump and within 12 hours you will see a HUGE bruised area all over your chest.
but it is probably seperated or sprained, if it's seperated you'll probably need surgery too.
stevestevesteve10.9.08 - 4:49 pm
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I broke my collar bone.
No major pain except I also knocked the wind out of myself. No major bruising like you described either... I'm wasn't that drunk either.
Joe Borfo10.9.08 - 4:51 pm
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SuperCole would tell you to get it checked!
And he IS an Animal.
Joe Borfo10.9.08 - 4:52 pm
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hahah she said free clinic.. there is no free clinics.. there are just clinics that you dont have to have insurance.. i had a broken arm and i went to this "free clinic" no it was no free infact it raped my wallet like 80 bucks to see a doctor then like another couple bills to get treatment.. liers.
theshues10.9.08 - 5:02 pm
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I broke my collar bone in 1975.
I can still FEEL THE PAIN! (in my mind).
I still have the bump where the bone fused, one piece on top of the other.
Haven't been able to scratch my back as well with my right hand as my left for the last 33 years.
Yeah, it was a bike accident that caused it.
Creative Thing10.9.08 - 5:14 pm
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go to county... for instance, olive view or general hospital and sign up for orsa... tell them you have no money. when the bill arrives all you have to do is send $100 and that's that.
Jazzy Phat Nastee10.9.08 - 5:32 pm
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TOCALLO, A WET PIECE OF CONCRETE WAS THE CAUSE. I RIDE LIKE A NUT? WHAT ABOUT U WHEN YOUR FACE ATE ASPHALT? AT LEAST 99% OF THE TIME I KNOW HOW TO CRASH AND AVOID FACEPLANTS. DID I CONGRATULATE U N TELL U THAT U DESERVED IT. U R BEING THE JUDGEMENTAL CUNT HERE U CUNT. GET IT RIGHT, IM THE WANKER, U THE CUNT.
Eddie GOpez10.10.08 - 7:31 am
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theres some pot calling the kettle black bullshit going on here.
ruinedbyidiots10.10.08 - 9:58 am
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REMEMBER THIS PENDEJO?
nadie se merese estas cosas imbecil. deja de ser un odioso envidioso hermano. practica lo que predicas,... hasta entonces no jusgues y callate buey.
Eddie GOpez10.10.08 - 12:25 pm
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hey all... thanks to all of those that showed genuine concern and 4 telling about your own accounts n 4 the encouragement 2 seek medical attention. -not that i wasn't going 2 either, but thanks 4 your words. i basically slept in n went 2 the hospital and arrived there @ 15:00 n was seen @ 01:15 today. i have a clean break on the bone. im wearing a crappy sling but if someones got the kind that locks ur arm n shoulder in place better that would be awesome. ill buy u a beer or 2 to return the favor. is the one im describing the figure 8 sling? someone is already looking 4 their old one 2 loan 2 me but if that doesnt fall through i could really appreciate a rida'z help w this. thanks again y'all.
biciamor pa t'os,
LALO
Eddie GOpez10.10.08 - 12:38 pm
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this thread is brutality.... hope you get better soon mister GOpez Lopez
Roadblock10.10.08 - 1:26 pm
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@Gopez
Sorry you wiped out man. That sucks. I broke both my collar bones at different times as a kid(once sledding and once playing sandlot baseball). Wore the same figure 8 sling both times.
The sling isn't perfect but it will work if you just keep people from bumping into you all the time and causing the bones to move. It really sucks that they cant put a cast on a shoulder cause it takes just as long to heal as any other clean break but you don't get any of the immobilizing advantages of a cast. Take it easy and you will heal up faster.
stillline10.10.08 - 1:52 pm
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I never went back to the doctor about my broken collar bone. You do need the Figure 8 Bandage that will pull the bone back in place. It sucks and rubs you raw, but you do need it. The ER did nothing for me.
I never went back to an orthopedic, but maybe I should have. My bone zigged when it should have Zagged. It still hurts a little when I wear a backback. Oh well.
I hope you heal quickly friend!!!!
I AM Traffic10.10.08 - 4:59 pm
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THANKS Unkle 'arry. i love u! (in an unkle kinda way)
Eddie GOpez10.11.08 - 9:52 pm
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Aw Eddie! I'm so sorry to hear this, I hope you heal up quickly. If you need anything (ie, unannounced parties at your house, gallons of tecate, etc) please let me know and I will do what I can to make the process of healing easier =]
ohnoitschlo10.12.08 - 8:56 am
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you can have my figure 8 brace, I'm sorry about this, let me know where you want me to bring it, you have my #
<3
ps you might want to wash it every other day, they tend to get really rancid.
dannyzuko10.12.08 - 10:42 am
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"Take care of yourself
Limeyfly
10.10.08 - 7:23 pm"
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imachynna10.12.08 - 3:39 pm
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I AM REALLY SAD, TO HEAR THAT YOU BROKE YOUR COLLAR BONE, AND I HOPE YOU HEAL UP, SUPER FAST, BECAUSE WE MISS YOU SO MUCH TOCAYO, I CAN NOT HANDLE SEEING A 'GOOD' RIDA OUT OF COMMISSION.
IT REALLY BREAKS MY HEART TO THINK THAT I WAS SO INSENSITIVE TOWARDS YOU.
AS YOU READ THIS REPLY, I HOPE YOU CAN 'FEEL' MY SINCERITY, AND TOTAL BULL SHIT, LOL !! JUST JOKING WITH YOU, SMILE FUCKER, THERE ARE PLENTY OF SUCKERS THAT CARE ABOUT YOU, AND BELIEVE IT OR NOT, I DO CARE ABOUT YOU. (NOTHING GAY ABOUT ME SAYING THIS TO YOU)
eddieboyinla10.12.08 - 3:50 pm
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tocallo, its alright i knew u'd comke around. i too was an asshole by pointing out your "only known" tragic faceplant-accident" compared 2 my multiple ones even the stupid ones that r non-bike related. like my "stairs vs. right ankle incident" (that was somewhat bike-related). judging from the xrays... it looks similar 2 zuko's injury - so i should b un good shape soon. gracias carnal, i still love u, drspite ur so0metimes difficult character/personality. we all do.
Eddie GOpez10.13.08 - 1:17 am
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Zuko, thanks 4 your kind offer. really. my broke ass wil take u up on it. i may send my baby bro 4 it. he lives in san speedro.
Eddie GOpez10.13.08 - 10:14 am
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ok, I just washed it, in case I'm not home it will be in a box on my front porch,
take 2000 mg of calcium a day, get it at trader joes for $5, you'll be back in no time,
dannyzuko10.13.08 - 10:57 am
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PLZ TEXT ME YOUR ADDY AGAIN... two one three four4zero zero9seven4
Eddie GOpez10.13.08 - 11:16 am
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Danny thanks 4 the figure 8 brace.. your right, it hurts all the time w this thing on. I had to work out of my car this morning and early afternoon handling some courier runs and i didn't take my tramadol for concern of what it does to me while im driving. it makes me lethargic and sleepy not to mention the feeling of being sedated. however i went through the grunting n screaming in my car from the unanesthasized pain i had to endure. everytime i had to use my right arm to steer or turn it would cause enormous strain n oain on the left affected collar bone. is it helping or hurting it more by being on that tight?
Eddie GOpez10.14.08 - 3:09 pm
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8-8-08
A Strange date indeed.
While crusing down a hill on Pico blvd. at top speed, the brakes gave out and I was forced to skid to slow down. Needless to say, the second skid don't go so smooth. Broke my collar bone too. That has to have been the worst pain I have ever felt. It was hell. So take it easy, definitely sling it, Figure 8 it, Advil it up. A good thing about a sling is you get mucho attention from the ladies. But still, hurts like hell.
Collar bones heal pretty fast but the most important is to say off it. About 1 to 1 1/2 months later I began physical therapy, which I highly recommend- otherwise you could get stiff and form tendinitis and so on and so forth. It's now what, 2 months later. Pretty much full range of motion but still I can't put weight, sleep on, let alone ride just yet.
I feel ya. Take it easy man, you won't be riding for a while ;(
-BDawg
BDawg10.15.08 - 1:01 am
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The figure 8 should be snug, not tight. Tighten it up ever few hours then have someone loosen it.
BDawg10.15.08 - 1:04 am
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