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Posted 12/23/2014 12:52 PM (GMT 0)
Sweden in winter = ICE >.>

And in my five years of living here, I didn't manage to learn how to walk on ice.
The most dangerous part is the weather just starts getting cold and the wet ground gets frozen. So it's harder to see if it's just wet or ice. Anyways, long story short, Friday evening I slipped and fell on top of my left knee which hurt like hell at first.

After 3 days now, it doesn't hurt as much but I am of course still worried thinking that I got some sort of slight fracture. I can move my leg, I can walk, flex and extend the knee without problem and there is not much swollen tissue. Just a little bit purple and a sensitive area when I touch.

Since I got hairline fracture in my right ankle last February, I became so depressed with the heavy cast, not being able to walk with crutches properly and staying at home for 6 weeks solid :/ Uhhh...
And it's Christmas now, I can't go to dr right away, or should I even go to dr for this? I don't feel much pain and I can move my knee/walk.

But with this, I decided this time for sure taking care of my extra weight which most likely causes me to lose my balance and fall easily. Also weight causes the tension on bones during traumas, so. I don't want to be depressed over this now. Oh God... I'm gonna double my meds dose like hell. -.-
Posted 12/23/2014 1:08 PM (GMT 0)
Well ice can pull just about anyone down.

Pamper yourself. Look at your down time as a blessing that you can take a break from the bustle of this time of year. You should reach out to someone you haven't spoken to in awhile & say hi. We need to stop & remember how blessed we are instead of what we don't have.

Remind yourself "it could have been worse" instead of "is it worse". it's hard, I know, but it will help turn around the negative thinking.

Be kind to yourself.
Posted 12/23/2014 3:05 PM (GMT 0)
Panicgirly, you warm words read like music lyrics to me, thank you for your kindness. That is so true actually it could be worse, it's in my control to get depressed over things or not.
Thanks for the support <3
Posted 12/23/2014 4:50 PM (GMT 0)
Rr.,

I hate falling!! The loss of control...looking around to see if anybody just saw that!

I biffed it good awhile back while out for a power walk. I missed an uneven section of sidewalk, and fell pretty flat out.

I wasn't hurt, but it made me so MAD!! I think the shock of falling down is really unsettling.

The good news is that you have range of motion and minimal swelling...both good indications that you will heal quickly.

Keep ice on it (irony!!!) and elevate it for the next few days when you are sitting/at rest.

Be careful as you can...but like PG said...this can happen to anyone.

Be well friend.

S.C.
Posted 12/23/2014 5:17 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you S.C.
Well I don't know if this is a minor injury or not but when I press the bruise (obviously where I hit ground) there is that feeling of something is moving in there. I don't know how to explain, like clicks in...

Now I am guessing, if it was a broken bone or something I would definitely feel pain, right? Though I have that warm sensation around my knee, increasing especially at night time.
Posted 12/23/2014 6:47 PM (GMT 0)
I feel you. When something brushes against your face and you realize its the kitchen floor, or the sidewalk....oh man that is just a bummer.

Be thankful you have movement and no massive pain.
Think rice...rest, ice compression and elevation...though I would understand the aversion to ice right now. ;-)

Glad you hear it went so well. Be careful and enjoy your holiday.
Posted 12/23/2014 8:48 PM (GMT 0)
Knee injuries...ouch! Those hurt so bad rrakkma! I am so sorry to hear this! I am usually doubled over in pain when I bump my knee! I would give it another week or so to heal, and try to relax. Have hubby make you some warm tea and try to catch a funny video! Best wishes! Merry Christmas!
Posted 12/23/2014 9:07 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you all! Merry Christmas! <3
Posted 12/24/2014 1:36 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Rrakkma- sorry to hear about your knee! We are usually dealing with a lot of ice right now in Minnesota too, but it has been raining here the last few days! So weird! It's going to be a skating rink here if the temps drop!

Sounds like you will be fine based on your description of how your knee is now. It will probably just take a little longer for the soft tissue to heal. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Merry Christmas!!
Posted 12/24/2014 2:33 AM (GMT 0)
Yikes a good bump on the knee can bring me to the point of feeling like passing out and being sick to my stomach. It's just a sensitive body part isn't it?
Hope you have rested up and are feeling better by now.
On ice I just shuffle shuffle shuffle :)

All my best
Posted 12/24/2014 2:55 AM (GMT 0)
Sorry about the fall, it sounds like you have a deep tissue bruise. I'm sure it will feel better in a few days.
Posted 12/24/2014 4:42 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Rrakkma,
I hope your knee is better today... chances are its just a 'good bruise' with no fracture!...that's the way it sounds.
Icy conditions are my main worry in the winter time. I can take the cold! :)
Sometimes it helps a lot to get some Epsom salts...a cup in a 2 qt pan of hot water, soak a washcloth in it and then apply it to the bruise... it should help with discomfort and help you in healing.
Good luck! Stay upright!! (bad joke, eh?? :) )
Sending you a hug,
Bettsann
Posted 12/24/2014 5:29 AM (GMT 0)
Sorry to hear about your fall! Hope it gets better soon. Merry Christmas to you!
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