FALLING

[Harrywogan]

Hi all,had a fall at weekend and broke collarbone, should I continue with reduction of pred or stay at the same for a week or 2xx

[jinasc]

My first port of call would be the FAQ section and read up on sick-day rules.

I would stay exactly where you are and wait and see because a change of circumstances puts your body into overdrive and with PMR you never know how you will react to what happens.

[Harrywogan in reply to jinasc]

Was thinking that jinasc, will stay put for a wee while,thankq xx

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer]

Certainly no reduction, but maybe look at info on SDR and Flares -

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[PMRpro Ambassador]

I'd stick at the same dose until the pain is greatly improved and the healing is well advanced.

And next time - take more gin with it!!! Apparently you fall better after alcohol

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer in reply to PMRpro]

I’ll take your word for it! 😉

[PMRpro Ambassador in reply to DorsetLady]

You go down more relaxed it is said. And you probably don't stick your hand out to "save" yourself - which is where a lot of damage is done to forearms and shoulders.

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer in reply to PMRpro]

Very true - in all aspects.Not that I intend to find out either way …😊

[PMRpro Ambassador in reply to DorsetLady]

Hopefully not!

[Longtimer in reply to PMRpro]

Read years ago babies and drunks don't get serio usly hurt if they fall down the stairs.......can only think it's because they are more floppy!

[Harrywogan in reply to Longtimer]

Yes but if you other half falls on top of you you've had it,like me,and he was fine,all to do with my daughter's new steps,she's so up set,I should have had more wine.lol

[PMRpro Ambassador in reply to Harrywogan]

All his fault then really - and you obviously cushioned him very effectively!

[Blearyeyed in reply to PMRpro]

Very funny aside , but perhaps a splash of tonic in your gin might help today Pro, you scamp!

[autumnlass]

Oh - 🤯 hope you’re resting up and not in too much pain. xx

[Blearyeyed]

Take care , relax and allow yourself to heal , it may take more time to get better than it used to so keeping on your current dose until you are properly improved would be my advice.