|
previous topic :: next topic |
| Author |
Message |
foghater
Since 31 Aug 2008
135 Posts
Stoked
|
 Thu Nov 21, 13 9:09 am Spinal Fusion |
 |
|
Last week I broke three vertabrae in my back ( T11-L1 )which were fused together with a titanimum rod. Im expected to make full recovery but Doc being a normal human being i wonder if his idea of full recovery is different than mine.
Anyone out there experience or know of someone to have this and kite again?
Thanks
|
|
|
Sasquatch
Since 09 Mar 2005
2100 Posts
PNW
Bigfoot
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 9:35 am Get well soon! |
|
|
| Bummer dude. How did you incur the injury?
|
|
|
foghater
Since 31 Aug 2008
135 Posts
Stoked
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 10:09 am |
|
|
| Surfing a really powerfull wave on our coast that ive surfed my whole life .Got knocked out underwater then pummmled and rag dolled onto huge rocks. Fun! If hikers hadnt come by to find me might have been gonner. Still had to be life flighted to OHSU.. on top of back broke two ribs, collasped lung, ruptured ear drum, broken scapula and concussion.
|
|
|
Nak
Since 19 May 2005
4276 Posts
Camas
Site Lackey
CGKA Member
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 10:12 am |
|
|
 Man, that's terrible.
The good news is your doc is saying full recovery. if you're unsure about kiting, talk to your doc about it. Remember though, if he's not a sports guy he's more likely to just say that kiting is out, even if you really could. If he's negative about kiting, get a second opinion from a doc who is a sports guy. Regardless, follow his directions for recovery and do all of your PT.
When you're back out on the water, there are good options if you need to reduce the shock from riding. John Bellacera's boards made here in the Gorge are not only works of art, but they are miraculous in their ability to tame chop. Very smooth riding. The Mako is a good second choice as well. Both will ride tons smoother with less shock to your body than a Twin Tip. Obviously, Surfboards will be outstanding as well.
|
|
|
airon^
Since 07 Aug 2013
290 Posts
Durango
Obsessed
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 10:34 am Glad you made it man! |
|
|
Scary shit.
Were you out in this recent 20 ft swell?
I'm no orthopedist, but I am a health professional: If they say you'll make a full recovery, I'd believe it. And with kiting being as easy as you want to make it, I think you'll be kiting by next year no problem.
|
|
|
Wind Slither
Since 04 Mar 2005
2611 Posts
The 503
METAL
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 10:41 am |
|
|
Thoughts have been with you Hatah! Best wishes for a full recovery! 
 |
| |
One way to get a helicopter ride.png |
|
|
|
Sella
Since 21 Apr 2007
1794 Posts
Doin' The Dalles
FLY'IN HIGH PIE GUY
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 10:53 am |
|
|
Wow.......quite the list of breakage Fog. Bummer news and good to see you're able and focused on getting back at it.
Dakine Nitrous shorts might be a good start. I've had rib and back problems in the past, not comparable to your injuries, but once I switched to the Dakines my seasons now go pain free. I also have a Bella King board and echo Nak's "low impact" ride input. The one thing about a board of that type is you can light it up speed and boosting wise but it comes in for a big soft landing. (NSI thick pads help.) Super floaty and as a hybrid you can switch up the ride during your session to minimize muscle/back strain. They do ride different but it might be an alternative to get you back in the game. (??)
Hope you have a full and strong recovery!!
|
|
|
Sasquatch
Since 09 Mar 2005
2100 Posts
PNW
Bigfoot
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 11:26 am |
|
|
| foghater wrote: | | Surfing a really powerfull wave on our coast that ive surfed my whole life .Got knocked out underwater then pummmled and rag dolled onto huge rocks. Fun! If hikers hadnt come by to find me might have been gonner. Still had to be life flighted to OHSU.. on top of back broke two ribs, collasped lung, ruptured ear drum, broken scapula and concussion. |
Ha, over-achiever. I'm assuming you were surfing by yourself and or your surfing buddy was on the wave of their lives. 
If memory serves me correctly, I seem to recall that you have had a collapsed lung before from another incident. Was it the same lung and once a lung has been collapsed, is it easier for it to collapse again?
What I find funny and not surprised by it is, with your description of your injuries, you held to the surfers code and didn't disclose where exactly the encounter transpired.
Heal quickly!
Last edited by Sasquatch on Thu Nov 21, 13 11:51 am; edited 1 time in total |
|
|
Gman
Since 11 Feb 2006
4910 Posts
Portland
Unstrapped
|
|
|
ShiverMeTimbers
Since 26 Feb 2013
381 Posts
Gig Harbor
Obsessed
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 11:36 am |
|
|
| Sasquatch wrote: |
What I find funny and not surprised by it is, with your description of your injuries, you held to the surfers code and didn't disclose where exactly the encounter transpired.
|
Yup, surfer for sure. Man, you're lucky you didn't die. That is a serious thrashing.
|
|
|
Moto
Since 03 Sep 2006
2698 Posts
Still a gojo pimp!
Moto Mouth
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 12:03 pm |
|
|
Heal up!
_________________
Still rockin gojos, *ssless chaps, and ankle weights! |
|
|
blowhard
Since 26 Dec 2005
2026 Posts
Windward
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 12:12 pm |
|
|
so I'm guessing that my leash and helmut ,may not be such a sure thing
heal up fast
|
|
|
foghater
Since 31 Aug 2008
135 Posts
Stoked
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 4:41 pm |
|
|
| Thanks for support.. thanks for insights. Ill be back.
|
|
|
Windian
Since 28 Apr 2008
899 Posts
Newport, OR
NEWPORT OG
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 6:59 pm |
|
|
Been following your ordeal via Facebook with some mutual friends of ours. Foghater, you are a legend amoungst many of us and it takes a lot to hold a good man down. You will be back sooner than later and our setbacks are what teaches us that we are only human. Get well and come back charging!
Never stop surfing or kitesurfing or riding waves in any way shape or form!
|
|
|
backtoCaLi
Since 15 Mar 2008
74 Posts
Nor-Cal
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 8:27 pm |
|
|
Best Wishes to you on a speedy recovery.
I also had my T11-L1 fused, thirteen months ago after a paragliding accident. I would say I made good recovery overall, but do live with some daily discomfort.
My recommendation is to walk as much as you can, starting with shorter hikes then working up to 5-10 miles trail daily asap. Remember every step is a gift!
-edit: just read the overall description of your injuries! wow you are truly lucky to survive that beatdown...every breath is a gift!
Last edited by backtoCaLi on Thu Nov 21, 13 8:32 pm; edited 1 time in total |
|
|
airon^
Since 07 Aug 2013
290 Posts
Durango
Obsessed
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 8:31 pm really amazing pic... |
|
|
| Gman wrote: | | Heal up Mr Foghater! |
man, Fog's lived a good life...
|
|
|
Aeolus
Since 20 Apr 2010
354 Posts
Gold Beach, OR
OR-SoCo-Aficionado
|
| Thu Nov 21, 13 9:13 pm |
|
|
Gosh that is a rough go.
Amazing what the body will recover from. Hang tough and get after it.
Glad you made it out of there. Pistol crew sending bone mending vibes.
|
|
|
|
