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 Fractured my collarbone about years ago,and even though I was in pain,the medical staff at the hospital,didn't bother about an XRay as I could move my arm and fingers.It was a month later when my local GP arranged an XRay,it was found to be fractured.It was then immobilised with a foam support,and I had physio for three months.I think everyone heals at a different pace,and there is probably no way anyone apart from your physician,can determine when you have healed.Don't take any notice of people who are insensitive and rude,in sayingI Ng you shouldn't ice skate.Age is only a number,and I know a 70 year old couple who dance swing and rock 'n roll better than sone twenty year olds. Don't rush it though,as I have just been diagnosed with two rotor cuff tears and Bursitis,and have osteoarthritis also,and I have been told I am facing months of physio,and maybe surgery.I am 69 in May.Strangely,no one has suggested I wear any type of support for my shoulder,and the pain goes right to my wrist.

Good luck,and I hope you get back to your skating again in due course,

 

Thanks also for your kind words.When I had the collarbone fracture,it was about six months before I could raise my arm enough to use a hair dryer,and even before my fall before Xmas,because of the osteoarthritis in my neck and shoulder,there is always a degree of stiffness anyway.The exercises you are doing will be helping repair and strengthen,as the physiotherapist has told me to try moving my neck and shoulders gently,as one shoulder the muscles are bunching,and the right is higher than the left.I am more fortunate than you,in that I can go out,and try to do normal activities,but no heavy lifting or anything,as that will mean a complete tear.I am frustrated as I still work with my husband,and as good as he is,he doesn't understand the weakness situation,and I carried a very small box of China mugs to the car the other day,after telling him,I can't open the door,and carry at the same time,and promptly dropped and smashed the lot.He got the message...😄.It really does make you feel like crying at times,when something light just slips through your fingers.I am right handed,and now through favouring the left,it has made the osteo in that wrist flare up,so it is a vicious circle.Mine was a result of a fall on a piece of fruit on the floor,I didn't see.The hardest thing is the time factor with healing,and you can only follow the instructions of your practitioner,but like my therapist said,it is always a bit of a grey area with these types of injuries,as unfortunately no one can predict the full outcome.Take care.x

 

Hello Linda,

II have started Physio and massage,and it was good that afternoon,but the following day seemed to be worse.It still hurts when I pick things up,or turn indifferent ways..I suppose,at least once you start exercises,you will feel like there is light at the end of the tunnel,and it will be even better when you can go back to work.I was allowed to function normally when I fractured the collarbone,but maybe that was because of the weeks that the injury went undiscovered.The therapist noticed I have limited movement in my neck,and isn't sure if it is from osteo,whiplash,the fractured collarbone,or the whole lot.I had a heat pack on it las t night,as the stiffness and nagging pain was bad.I was so frustrated not being able to do anything for one week after Breast surgery last year,so I don't know how I would cope with weeks of inaction.

Take care.

Alice

Dear Linda,

I am sorry to hear about your injury. Remarkably, I suffered the same injury as you in my left shoulder too Christmas Eve just gone and while ice-skating!!! How ironic is that. This happened to me in Ireland! I had an operation because it was a spiral fracture so a rod was placed inside. I was told to wear a sling but after a week I stopped wearing the sling and started doing gentle exercises for my wrist and elbow. I did not allow my arm to dangle though. When I got my staples out (after 3 weeks), I started doing my physio exercises straight away and now 5 weeks later, I am doing really great. The day after the operation I started walking 4 miles (2 miles uphill), every day and every day since. Since I got the staples out I have allowed my arm to swing as I walk. I believe gentle exercise such as walking, is needed to help the healing. I do my physio exercises A LOT and listen to my body as I do them. Regarding nutrtion and for bone repair, I drink a pint of warm milk with honey and cinnamon every morning and again in the evening. I also take 1 vitamin D 3 and Vitamin K tablet every day. We do not have much sun here in Ireland, so taking Vitamin D is important for bone repair. I eat Sugar/Custard apples. These you can find in an Asian store.They are high in calcium and are actually prescribed by doctors in India when patients present with broken/fractured bones!! I also drink lots of water which is required for the healing. The doctor told me that it would take 6 months to fully recover, but really I think this depends on every patient. The following factors will influence the speed of recovery - age, nutrtion, smoking, drinking alcohol, how often you take exercise, how often you do your physio exercises, how much  good quality sleep you are getting. 

I can understand your frustraion, but how about putting that energy into another activity/hobby. What would you love to do that you didnt have the time to do before? I used this opportunity to set up an online business!! Also, your injury only happened 5 weeks ago. Our wonderful bodies need time to heal - respect the wonderful work that your body is doing now. Furthermore, at least you can walk around. For those with a broken leg, walking would not be as easy!! Regarding drying your hair, how about going to your hairdresser once per week to treat yourself. This will lift your spirits too. Do you think you are too old for ice skating? Age is just a number when it comes to having fun Best wishes with your recovery and feel free to reach out if you have any questions

Dear Linda, Yes for sure it is incredible that it happened to us both the same way and the same day!! I had a spiral fracture which means the bone was twisted apart which is why a rod was needed. A clean break would have been better! The operation took place the following day - Christmas Day and I was very grateful for it becuase the pain was so intense! I am 31 and never broke a bone prior to this. That is really great that your knee is doing good and that you are taking Vitamin D and getting good sleep. If you feel like you can do more exercises then go for it. Just take it slowly and really listen to your body. There will be a little pain on the bons as you do your exercises which is normal,  but too much pain puts stress on this area and will hinder healing so yes, listening to your body is key Best wishes with your healing recovery x

Dear Alice,

Your enthusiasim and positivity is just as awesome That's super to hear that you are getting out there and making the best of your situation. Regarding osteoarthritis, have a look into cryotherapy. I recently heard of someone who used this for their arthritis and found it amazing.