Wellness

[gaga]

I also have Diabetic neuropathy &  feel very clumsy some days.  I use a rollator around the house & a cane when i get out of the car. After falling 3 wks  ago & didn't have my phone nearby I had to crawl to another room to call family to help me get up.  The next day I ordered a call wristlet thru my security provider & I can even take a shower with it on.  It will notify the people to call first & if necessay 911!  It gives me peace of mind & the wristlet looks like a smart watch & I don't even know I have it on. Hard to admit I needed one but better than lying on the floor & not near a phone.  This time I wasn't injured, just lttle sore but next time it could be worse.   

[sheetsheba]

Sorry to hear your story but be very careful after falling backwards.  You didn't mention your head but it can be very dangerous to have a head injury.  Take care!

[addtothis]

I have neuropathy from accidentally burning my left lower leg by applying a cream to my lower leg due to a sciatica condition and using a heating pad that I accidentally fell toward my lower leg while sleeping.  I purchased a Fellow Paingone and it truly works.  Please check it out for this may help all that need it.   

[rms1954]

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@shoesnbags wrote:

Well, I think you're a pretty tough bird @rms1954 .  That was quite a fall, and backwards at that.  And yet you apparently didn't break anything.  Also, it's not as if you were just walking along and fell because you're a doddering old lady.  That was definitely extenuating circumstances and many of us might have lost our balance and fell. 

I'm thinking that your poor hubby must be feeling bad that he called out and maybe contributed to your fall.  Kind of the way we were told not to yell if we saw our kids doing some dangerous stunt because that might actually cause them to fall.

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No, he ran for the door to see if it (the door) was OK.  It was not.  It bent the closer mechanism.  He has to buy a new one.

[We rescue cats]

@rms1954 I started taking Alpha Lipoic Acid several years ago and it has made a huge difference, it helps with my neuropathy. I've used Jarrow Alpha Lipoic Sustain® for 9 years.

[rms1954]

Thank you all for your concern.  I didn't hit my head ... a couple more inches and I would have.  I'm just very sore all over.  And tired.  I'm sure I'll be fine.  My hand is quite bruised though.

[beach-mom]

@rms1954 - I am so sad to read this, but at the same I'm glad you weren't alone and you didn't hit your head or your back full on. Take some time to rest, because we know you will be "a little" sore tomorrow.

If you feel weird for any reason, your husband should take you in. I'm sure he'll be watching you carefully. 

I will pray for your comfort. 

[RedTop]

@rms1954 

I am very sorry to read of your fall, and hope things are better for you with each new day.  Falls can happen to us so fast; I try to be extra careful now that I'm home alone.  Please take care of yourself!  

[KailaS]

Sorry to hear of your fall.  My neuropathy and macular degeneration have really messed up my balance.  Some days I do not walk or do much because I am having an " off balance" day. I do use a cane, which helps a bit. Please be careful.  

[elated]

@rms1954  Just FYI. A severe fall on your butt cheek can lead to bruising, inflammation and internal bleeding. These injuries can cause nausea as a symptom due to the body's response to pain and stress on the digestive system. If you experience nausea after a fall, it is important to seek medical attention to rule out any serious injuries or complications.