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13-09.-2004, 03:05 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Germantown, TN
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pelvic fracture
On Labor Day I crashed and the result was a fracture of the right superior/inferior pelvic rami, a stable pelvic fracture. I recieved two consults (orthorped surg) and one said 6 weeks and the other 12 weeks time to return to the bike. Treatment is "tincture of time" with analgesics and cruthches.
I am concerned about the loss of aerobic fitness base and will maintain my weight with caloric restriction. I would like any words of wisdom from those unfortunates who have suffered the same or similar fate. |
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13-09.-2004, 04:28 AM
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Location: North Andover, MA, USA - north of Boston
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Re: pelvic fracture
See my answer to your same question over on BikeForums at: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=66061
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19-09.-2004, 12:14 AM
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Re: pelvic fracture
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Hey, Don't worry. Take the time and let it heal. 8 years ago i broke my pelvis in a similar way you described. I was on crutches for 3-4 weeks and back riding my bike on a trainer week 5, and raced in week 6. I pushed it though, it hurt me and i had chronic back pain on the bike for almost 6 years. Doctors have since told me that had i not rushed the recovery, then i would have been better off. It's really important to understand also that when you fracture the pelvis, all of the muscles surrounding the area cease to work correctly (as a stabilization mechanism.) Very important to do good rehab with a knowledgeable physiotherapist. I hope this helps.  |
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