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|  Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
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07/06/13 02:32 AM |  
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DogTiredJoined:  Apr 2010 Posts: 25,608  OP Junk Yard Dog |  
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All. I injured my shoulder Monday trying to help my oldest learn to run a jet ski. He threw me from the back trying to take a turn at around 40mph. Water isn't soft at that speed. By the time I came too, I realized I was hurt. I'd hoped it would go away but I am more and more convinced I tore something in the rotator cuff. I can't sleep for the pain and really hope it isn't serious enough to warrant surgery--I'm gonna need 1-2 surgeries in the next year as is and don't have enough time off to cover an additional one. Thanks for any prayers faith and well wishes you all feel inclined to share. Thanks!
 
 JYD #126
 Super JYD #13
 
 "Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
 
 - Benjamin Franklin
 
 "A free people ought to be armed."
 
 - George Washington
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 02:40 AM |  
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RasmusJoined:  Jul 2011 Posts: 1,703   Junk Yard Dog |  
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Ouch! 
 Sorry to hear that.
 Fingers crossed, that time will be the best healer.
 
 I guess you just fall harder, with each passing year.
 
 10 years ago I could race down a hill on a bike, and crash into a tree, and then just get up and brush off the dust and leaves. Not so much today...
 
 Having only one pancake, leaves more room for bacon!
 
 JYD#174
 
 "Rasmutt"
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 02:42 AM |  
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SkunkHunterJoined:  Oct 2008 Posts: 117,123   Junk Yard Dog |  
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You know you can depend on us DT.  Prayers and well wishes that nothing is actually torn, just maybe bruised or stretched to much. 
 If you’re not Paranoid, You’re
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 Be a Sheepdog
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 02:43 AM |  
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rth548Joined:  Apr 2009 Posts: 86,621   Junk Yard Dog |  
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 Resident Redneck
 JYD #117
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 03:15 AM |  
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Johnny MackJoined:  Nov 2009 Posts: 1,162   Junk Yard Dog |  
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 "Are you gonna pull them pistols or whistle Dixie?"
 
 JYD "184"
 
 Psalms 46:10
 
 USAF 507th TAIRCW SHAW AFB SC  (1984-1990)
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 08:53 AM |  
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FeldgrunJoined:  Apr 2013 Posts: 1,249   Junk Yard Dog |  
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Sorry to hear that.  Prayers are with you. 
 JYD #183
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 09:09 AM |  
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HobbesJoined:  Jan 2012 Posts: 11,498   Junk Yard Dog |  
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Even a super squirrel is not impervious to injury.  My prayers are with you DT. 
 JYD #143
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 09:28 AM |  
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yeshJoined:  Jun 2012 Posts: 2,669   Junk Yard Dog |  
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Can you lift you arm above shoulder level?  If you can't, it is very likely that you did tear your rotator cuff.   
 If you can, I'm betting it's a separated shoulder ( damaged ligament between shoulder blade and collar bone).  I've separated my shoulder before and your only real option is likely physical therapy as most surgeons won't operate for this (too risky, many arteries located in shoulder).
 
 It's probably a good idea to get yourself a sling to keep your arm in right now, as it could prevent further damage in either case.  Then, get it checked out by someone who's qualified and go from there.
 
 Junk Yard Dog #152 - Woof!
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 09:31 AM |  
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gun dogJoined:  Jun 2011 Posts: 12,739   Junk Yard Dog |  
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 Any day I'm above the grass and I'm not a zombie is a good day! JYD#138
 
 
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 09:52 AM |  
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gunfixrjoeJoined:  Aug 2011 Posts: 1,385   Junk Yard Dog |  
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Whiskey tends to help........... 
 
 Hang in there
 
 JYD#149
 
 
 If women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: yesh]
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07/06/13 10:22 AM |  
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DogTiredJoined:  Apr 2010 Posts: 25,608  OP Junk Yard Dog |  
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Can you lift you arm above shoulder level?  If you can't, it is very likely that you did tear your rotator cuff.   
 If you can, I'm betting it's a separated shoulder ( damaged ligament between shoulder blade and collar bone).  I've separated my shoulder before and your only real option is likely physical therapy as most surgeons won't operate for this (too risky, many arteries located in shoulder).
 
 It's probably a good idea to get yourself a sling to keep your arm in right now, as it could prevent further damage in either case.  Then, get it checked out by someone who's qualified and go from there.
If i turn my hand and lift I can get it about 18 inches from my side. Definitely RC. I've injured it before, just never like this. Sling is probably  a good idea.  Thanks for all the prayers and well wishes. They worked miracles for my daughter and I hope for similar results here   
 JYD #126
 Super JYD #13
 
 "Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
 
 - Benjamin Franklin
 
 "A free people ought to be armed."
 
 - George Washington
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|  Re: Well, Could Use Some More Prayer
[Re: DogTired]
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07/06/13 03:24 PM |  
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Ray SettantaJoined:  Apr 2013 Posts: 20,259   Junk Yard Dog |  
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Prayers sent. Hope you get well soon. 
 JYD #182
 
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