Skateboard Accident: Dealing with Pain and Loss

In summary, the conversation revolves around a person who injured their wrist while skateboarding and is seeking advice on how to handle the pain and swelling. They are reluctant to see a doctor and are in denial about the seriousness of their injury. The conversation ends with the moderator locking the thread and wishing the person a speedy recovery.
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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.
 
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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.
 
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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.
 
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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
 
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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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1. How common are skateboard accidents?

Skateboard accidents are relatively common, with millions of injuries reported each year. In the United States alone, there are approximately 50,000 emergency room visits due to skateboard-related injuries annually.

2. What are the most common injuries from skateboard accidents?

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