Skateboard Accident: Dealing with Pain and Loss

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a skateboard accident resulting in wrist pain and swelling. Participants share experiences and express concern for the injured individual, discussing potential next steps for dealing with the injury.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes severe wrist pain and swelling after a skateboard accident, expressing frustration and seeking support.
  • Several participants suggest that the injured individual should seek medical attention, emphasizing the importance of seeing a doctor.
  • One participant reflects on the psychological aspect of denial regarding injuries, indicating a reluctance to acknowledge the severity of the situation.
  • Another participant reiterates the forum's policy against giving medical advice, highlighting the need for professional evaluation.
  • There is a mention of potential ligament tearing but no indication of broken bones, based on the injured individual's assessment.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the necessity of seeking medical attention, but there is a mix of personal reflections and the acknowledgment of the forum's limitations regarding medical advice.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the severity of the injury and the appropriateness of self-diagnosis. There are unresolved aspects regarding the exact nature of the injury and the implications of delaying medical care.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in discussions about injury management, personal experiences with accidents, and the psychological aspects of dealing with pain may find this thread relevant.

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I haven't skateboarded since the late 70's with the Dog town and Z-boyz.

I'm typing with my left hand, my right hand is killing me. The wrist. its all swollen. it's horrible, all swollen. Bad accicent at skateboard park. it's gross, it's all pffed up a\nd i can't move it, this sucks.

yu don't know whst you got till it's gone, Now i see sll these people with fully functioning wrights and I'm jeleous.

Can anyone help me get through tonight? It's not so bsd tht I have to go ER TONIGHT
 
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If it's that bad, you should ice it down and get to the ER. See a doctor.
 
Borg said:
If it's that bad, you should ice it down and get to the ER. See a doctor.

Yeah, iced it down eralier for 3 hours but it just keeps sweliing up.

I dn't think there are any broken bones, though, just ligamrnt tearng.
 
You need to see a doctor as soon as reasonably possible. Other than icing it and taking some painkiller, there's not much anyone else can do.
 
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You know that we can't give medical advice on the forum. It really sounds like you should see a doctor.
 
Yeah, I know. I think there's something stupid in our minds that goes on when we do something stupid and just want to deny it. Even so, I'm going to keep on denying it until I wake up with a vodka hngover tomorrow and see how it is. Wish me luck
 
Borg said:
You know that we can't give medical advice on the forum. It really sounds like you should see a doctor.

Indeed. I'm sorry Dirac, but I'm going to have to lock this thread. May your recovery be swift and your pain be light!
 
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