Where Is Warchild?

[Warchild]

Confirm on OCFJR. He was scheduled for an MRI Thursday I believe. Probably hear next week at work of the prognosis.

The results of the MRI are now known..... it's not a big surprise: the tendon is indeed ruptured.

I go back in on Thursday to make the final determination on the path forward here based upon the available two options (both of which seem pretty bad to me):

1) Surgery to re-attach, followed by several months of re-hab. We can rule out riding for the rest of the summer if this is the decision. Sweet.

2) Non-surgical rehabilitation under the direction of a Sports Medicine doctor. This is a likely scenario, given my age. If I was a youngster in my 20's-30's, surgery would be the obvious route; but those over 45 actually do not have a huge success rate for this procedure; less than half (of 45+ year-olds patients) have their arm fully return to a pre-rupture condition.

So far, this summer hasn't been my best.... it really hasn't.... :glare:

 

[Toecutter]

1) Surgery to re-attach, followed by several months of re-hab.
2) Non-surgical rehabilitation under the direction of a Sports Medicine doctor.

Non- surgery rehab sounds like a good plan. Even if it's not successful, the arm will be stronger for the surgery and post-surgical rehab, if needed.

Make sure you do the exercises on both arms, which should prevent a similar injury to your "good" arm in the future. Face it, it tore because it was too weak for the task you chose for it to do, so the other arm probably isn't far behind. I just finished a round of therapy for a back issue, and the right trainer can work wonders! When we get old, strength is harder to come by....

 

[user 213]

1) Surgery to re-attach, followed by several months of re-hab.
2) Non-surgical rehabilitation under the direction of a Sports Medicine doctor.

Sorry to hear this Dale. I hope you are able to fully recover, which ever path you end up taking.

Sooo, the bionic farkle isn't quite ready for prime time, eh? B)

 

[twowheelnut]

Yuk. Sucks, man. Heal up quick!

 

[donaldb]

Good luck Dale!

A friend at local gym had the same injury (his was a complete tear), he is aprox 40+ and elected to have the surgery. It worked for him and he did the rehab at the gym. This friend rides a fat boy and was very concerned that if he could not regain sufficient strength in that arm he might have to give up his passion of riding.

Again good luck Dale, hope everything works out the best for you.

 

[trimmantom]

That sucks for you Dale.

Hope that it heals well enough for you to get back to your passion of riding those long rides you like so well.

We're pullin for you.

 

[madmike2]

A big decision to make. Whichever path, just do the work and get better!

 

[FJRay]

Over the years I have had both elbows rebuilt because of tendon tears. Once I found out that I am not a forklift things are better. How ever it works out, Therapy is your friend. See you in Utah.

 

[Dudewado]

I really hated reading about this. I hope whatever option you choose works out perfectly.

The only bad thing about this board is having 4,897 friends to worry about.

Heal up quick #4!

John

 

[keithaba]

Bummer, would have rather seen the bike go over. Probably would have cost less to fix....

 

[RatoneMuerto]

Well his ride may be not happening but I am sure enjoying his old Russel seat.Thanks again Dale!Get well soon.I am leaving for the Gap today!

 

[Toecutter]

Bummer, would have rather seen the bike go over. Probably would have cost less to fix....

The bike did go over. He injured himself while picking it back up.

 

[Shane Stump]

Confirm on OCFJR. He was scheduled for an MRI Thursday I believe. Probably hear next week at work of the prognosis.

The results of the MRI are now known..... it's not a big surprise: the tendon is indeed ruptured.

I go back in on Thursday to make the final determination on the path forward here based upon the available two options (both of which seem pretty bad to me):

1) Surgery to re-attach, followed by several months of re-hab. We can rule out riding for the rest of the summer if this is the decision. Sweet.

2) Non-surgical rehabilitation under the direction of a Sports Medicine doctor. This is a likely scenario, given my age. If I was a youngster in my 20's-30's, surgery would be the obvious route; but those over 45 actually do not have a huge success rate for this procedure; less than half (of 45+ year-olds patients) have their arm fully return to a pre-rupture condition.

So far, this summer hasn't been my best.... it really hasn't.... :glare:

Hope you are able to make a SPEEDY recovery!

Best Regards,

Shane

 

[KentFJR06]

Sorry to hear about your injury. Do the PT and heal well. We'll see you riding soon.

 

[ramblingrose]

HI Dale,

I am truly sorry for your not being aqble to take on this great adventure. The prize really goes to the guy who gets up of he ground and trys again. You spirit has enthused many a forum member and I am sure we all will be reading about your next quest soon. I am a health professional who ¨uses a speciic kind of laser that has been quite succesful in treating these types of injuries. It is an " off label use" called biostimulation. It seems to be effectiver to use for nerve and tendon damage. I am not claiming miracles here but have several cases that have been treated successfully. If you are interested contact me by e-mail at [email protected]. i will try to find a laser and a therapist in your area.

Scott

 

[Rogue]

HI Dale,I am truly sorry for your not being aqble to take on this great adventure. The prize really goes to the guy who gets up of he ground and trys again. You spirit has enthused many a forum member and I am sure we all will be reading about your next quest soon. I am a health professional who ¨uses a speciic kind of laser that has been quite succesful in treating these types of injuries. It is an " off label use" called biostimulation. It seems to be effectiver to use for nerve and tendon damage. I am not claiming miracles here but have several cases that have been treated successfully. If you are interested contact me by e-mail at [email protected]. i will try to find a laser and a therapist in your area.

Scott

He did the ride, see BBG Hell Week.