Got up at 8am got myself ready, left home 8.45 got to St Georges Hospital at 9.15, there was plenty of bike parking. My slot was between 10-11am. I was shown several exercises given a printout of exercises I need to do, have a return appointment in two weeks time. The Physiotherapist said she could tell by my movement there is still a lot of stiffness in my arms and shoulders. Left the hospital by 10.30. Very impressed with the service I received.
I cycled into work last night eleven weeks since my accident there was times in the early days that I was wondering if I would ever get back on my bike,but that wasn't the final scenario I am glad to say.
Went on a very short ride to Tesco's this morning served two purposes one to get some shopping the other it meant I would break 100 miles in the July 150.
The Bear is very happy about this specially as nearly eleven weeks ago broke both my elbows although nowhere fully fit I am back on my bike, which makes me very very happy.
Also would like to thank everyone for there support you have all helped a lot.
Got up this morning had breakfast got myself ready to go on another ride on my bike. Left home about 10.30 it was a very pleasant 10 miler only one slight Joby moment when a car drove a bit close.
I am not feeling any affects apart from slight soreness in my right elbow but that goes after a short while, getting jelly legs which only lasts bout two minutes oh yes my arse is a bit sore from me Brooks Saddle but that is to be expected since my arse aint been near a saddle for nearly ten weeks.
Got up at seven this morning as I had my 9.30 appointment at the fracture clinic, had some jam on toast for breakfast, I had me shower got myself ready decided I would walk to the hospital as it is only about 2 to 3 miles. Left home 8.30 got to the fracture clinic about 9.10 absolute nightmare.
Walked in no receptionist a queue of about ten people in front of me, know one seemed to know what was going on, to make matters worst it was really hot in there. After ten minutes or so the receptionist decided to turn up, to say she was rude would be an understatement. She told everyone to go into the waiting room and she would get it all sorted. She was very rude to the Nurse she was a complete arsehole but I digress.
Anyway I managed to get a seat right next to fan because not only was I roasting but I thought I am going to be here for the duration, after waiting for about fifteen minutes the nurse calls out my name so I think result, then she says "have I had an xray today" no I replied OK she says. Five minutes later she calls me again saying I can go in now and see the consultant and he will decide if I need an xray.
Anyway after giving my arms a thorough examination he say well Mr Bear your injuries are clearing up very well, and I am to ditch the slings. He has given me a certificate for a further two weeks just for added injury time.
I asked him about cycling and my concern about potholes and uneven roads, and he said yes you can get back on your bike but just be careful so I am like a Bear in shit so happy.
So tomorrow I will be out on my bike first time since April,will only be just up the road for starters but I cant wait.
Well the arms are improving greatly in the last couple of days for the first time since the accidentI have been able to drive my car not long distances though but it's a start, I only wear my slings now when I go out and there are lots of people about. This is just a confidence thing but obviously I still have to be careful because I banged my elbow on the door frame the other day OUCH and it sent a shooting pain through my arm. My hospital appointment is Monday 5Th July will see the consultant then.
Tomorrow was supposed to have been my London Bikeathon but sadly won't be taking part it's not the cycling that worries me I can't wait to get back on my bike, but if I hit a hump or hollow could set me back and it has been long enough.
Yesterday I spent the afternoon and evening with my eldest daughter's Tammi those of you who have been following my blog for awhile will know how we was reunited through Facebook our story I had a fantastic day with Tammi and my grandson George. Through this Blog I want to publicly thank Tammi from the bottom of my heart for finding me.
Finally I think you will all agree a cutesy game that is well suited to "The moonwalking Bear" Thank you to Joby for the heads up on this game even if your not into games it's definitely worth a look enjoy folks.
Got up at 5.15 this morning to meet up with Toby Field has he is taking part in the London to Brighton Cycle ride with his friend Darren, it was good to meet up in person as opposed to in cyberspace. There start time was 8am but they never got away till after that. I have to say a big up to Toby for taking this challenge on as he has only been cycling since march Toby's First cycle. Back in march when he started he could not have envisaged three months later he would be taking part in the London to Brighton. Well done mate you have done brilliant. Seeing you today as made me even more determined to get fit and get back on my bike. I have never seen so many different bikes folding,mountain,BMX,racing,etc, I even saw two blokes on a tandem one of them had his artificial leg strapped to the bike. Well done to all the people taking part.
Time taken 6 Hours 20 Minutes
Just a quick note on my injury front my arms are getting better but I still get caught out, I forget sometimes which must be a good sign, but twist my arm slightly then I remember oh yes I remember ok. Go back to the Hospital to see the consultant 5th July
Well there is more movement out of my left arm, my right is about the same as before, but my arms are aching a lot, I get the occasional shooting pain when doing the simplest of tasks, last week was cleaning the inside of my coffee mug with a sponge I made a circular motion and a pain shot up my right arm. Joby insert joke here
Was due to see the consultant at the fracture clinic on Monday the 14th June Mayday Hospital but got a letter Friday stating my appointment had to be cancelled and has been changed to Monday 5th July which is a right pain in the, well elbows.
Regular visitors to The moonwalking Bear blog will have noticed, well maybe noticed that I wasn't around last week this was due to lack of access to a pc but
Am getting more movement out of my arms but yesterday my right Elbow was aching quite a lot, I think this might be because the night before spent a lot of time on computer on facebook and blog reading that will teach me. Hands are not aching as much bruise on my knee has turned yellow but has nearly gone.
Still eating to much crap am afraid that when I weigh myself I am in for a nasty shock, maybe that is the kick up the arse I need. Think I will do that one morning this week.
I am going football tonight to watch Chelsea v Aston Villa FA Youth Cup Final second Leg KO 7.45 Preview I know that Clive who is a big rugby man will be wanting a Chelsea victory even though he doesn't give a toss for football. Will be going for something to eat before the game with my wife and my mate Billy so more massive calorific intake
Was supposed to have been going up to Manchester today to see Peter Kay at the MEN But due to injuries out of my control it would have been so uncomfortable to travel, it was planned to stay in an apartment in Manchester for a couple of days, then if we had got Liverpool away tickets go there Sunday. So my wife and youngest Daughter and her mate have travelled up there where they will meet up with Keir and take in the show, afterwards apart from my wife will all go out clubbing in Manchester.
I have bought a cheap Muvi clone of ebay which umfitguy does a great reviews here which I will use on me bike so if I have a run in with another motorist at least I will have video footage as evidence. Obviously won't be as good as Muvi but it will do for now
My phone contract finishes very soon I have got a Blackberry Storm Been thinking whether to get an iPhone There is a new iphone 4G supposed to be coming out in June which was reviewed on GIZMODO
But apple are not very happy that a review has come out read why here So has anyone got any ideas on what smartphone I should get please feel free to leave a comment
Got up this morning such a nice day I decided to walk to B&Q where I work at night, to hand in (with a bit of difficulty) lol my sick certificate and a couple of other bits. Plus need the exercise after some of the shit I have been eating the last few days. I have decided as my biking is of the agenda for a while I think I will go for a stroll weather permitting most days.
Specialized Blue Echelon Helmet Arrived today, but even if it had arrived before my accident it wouldn't have made any difference, what Brain I have got didn't suffer truth be told there aint a lot there to suffer. But from now on my new helmet is a permanent part of my cycle kit, not that I want to try it out, as far as I am concerned I hope this is my one and only accident on my bike. But you can't legislate for idiot drivers
Update on my injuries seem to be able to get some more movement out of my arms without to much discomfort, but after a while particulary my right Elbow aches a bit. Hands are still aching but that might be just bruising have to wait and see, I have one problem I need to confess about, my Barnet Fair (hair) aint been cut for over a week now, I normaly cut my own hair every week. Also got a nice bruise come up on my right Knee.
Went to the fracture Clinic today got to say you see all human life in these places.
Consultant looked at my xrays from Thursday and said he is pretty certain I have broken my right Elbow and may have Broken my left but can't say for certain because there is another bone in the way.Told him I have some pain in my Hands so he sent me for another ray today on my Hands the results showed no breaks,that he could see but they don't sometimes show up very well.
Got to go back in five weeks, he gave me a certificate for five weeks. But my certificate says fractures to be honest I aint realy none the wiser.
The only thing I know is the pain is a bit less and can move my arms a bit more and not being so wimpish. Although my right elbow is starting to ache a bit now.
Didn't go to Football yesterday, but come hell or high water defo won't miss last home game of the season or the Cup Final. Couldn't get Liverpool away sold out before I got the chance, still gives me two weeks more before last Premier League game of the season.
I am 57 years of age retired from Royal Mail in Aug 2007 after working for 38 years but I now work part time for B&Q. Me my Wife Daughter and Son are all Chelsea season ticket holders.My Son is at salford university studying politics but he still manages to get to a lot of the matches I have been supporting Chelsea since the sixties. I have recently taken up cycling I hope this will make me fitter. At the moment only short trips but I hope to increase the distance in time.I enjoy cooking, Also I play video games on my PS3 and on my PSP go which will not make me fitter.I am an Facebook addict probaly on it to much. Due to Facebook I have recently been reunited with my 39 year old Daughter from a previous relationship
