The day after I arrived I awoke in excruciating pain. It was six days after the accident, and I'd been sore but nothing like this and it scared me. I had seen a prelim doctor at the University of Washington the day before, who told me I had a lot of soft tissue damage, whiplash, and a concussion, and already had an appointment with my primary care physician for a deeper look and some x-rays, but she could not fit me in until tomorrow. I was scared now. My insurance had urged me to visit a chiropractor so I called until I found one to see me that day.
Dr. Tripp informed me it is unusual to feel pain this long after an accident, but given the fact I was traveling under a great deal of stress for 4 days after the wreck and had no time to relax it did not surprise him. He was extremely thorough- he not only showed me the x-rays of my bones, but walked me through what had happened inside of me. Because I had been hit from numerous angles, bones were shoved in different directions. He could tell by the shadows around my bones where they had been prior, and how far they had moved. The shadows were the ligaments and tissue that had been ripped from my bones in the blows. Both of my hips were twisted in different directions, seven of my lowest spine vertebrea were shoved out of the way, and the 7 in my neck were way out of place. He consulted with my PCP and they developed a plan of action.
I’m going in every other day for bone re-placement procedures, and I have come to the conclusion that every one of the people involved were medieval torture experts in their past lives. The pain is excruciating and I'm not even recovered from the last one when I am going in for the next one! It is starting to worry me- my insurance is holding back from their next move to see if I am going to be needing ongoing treatment. They said sometimes treatments can last a couple years. At first I'm like, no way, not me. I'll be fine in a few days. Today was my 4th treatment and I'm in my second week!
I'm taking it easy still, trying to anyway :) I know the importance and potential ramifications, so I am definitely not risking anything. I have a feeling I have not fully realized the extent of my injuries.
My favorite Steemmate, @Papa-Pepper, has [challenged Steemit to a duel](https://steemit.com/challenge/@papa-pepper/steemit-i-challenge-you-to-a-duel-to-bring-back-the-cryptojeep-and-bless-arbitrarykitten). My insurance is covering the cost of my Jeep which I had only had for one month, but I lost my down payment with it and need to come up with another. I named my [original Jeep CryptoJeep](https://steemit.com/cryptocurrency/@arbitrarykitten/how-to-buy-a-car-with-steem-bitcoin-or-any-crypto) due to the fact that it was made possible because of the cryptocurrency I earned since joining Steemit in June. It took me 6 months to save enough for a down payment because I am a completely single mother to three boys, and they kinda eat a lot ;) I had to have $5000 to place down on a vehicle because I have a zero credit score. I have always lived within my means and never needed credit- but nowadays one cannot do anything without credit or cash.
With the wonderful support of the Steemit community, and made possible by the fantastically big hearted @Papa-Pepper and @Mama-Pepper, I hope to be blessed with enough for the down to replace my beloved and lifesaving CryptoJeep by this weekend.
We are almost there! I have $895 left over from the payoff for my Jeep, so only need to raise about $4000. And we are almost there!
The support has been amazing. I am so thankful for each and every one of you. Check out the challenge here, and everything counts, seriously- it all adds up. And I am so appreciative I am truly beyond words. Your support has warmed my heart and brought tears to my eyes. We truly have an amazing platform here, where so many can come together and help one another. Thank you Steemit <3
Resteems of this post and @Papa-Peppers post appreciated <3
Be Blessed my friends 💖 I know I am by being here with you fine folks :)
My real life horror- the accident and PTSD
- Part 1-My Near Death Experience
- Part 2- the Accident Aftermath
- Part 3- Subtract the D from PTSD but Your Brain is Still Scrambled
- Part 4-How to Heal Mind and Body After an Accident & Helpful Advice for Your Loved Ones
- Part 4.5 What to Expect With Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injury
- Part 5- The Tunnel. A Real Life Horror
- Part 6- The Journey
Trigger warning- graphic and raw.
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With Love, Positivity and Good Mojo Light,
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I'm sorry this is all happening to you it hurts me a whole lot and I'm grateful to @papa-pepper for this, I'm not sure if it will go anywhere, but I will donate 1 steem to help as well I'm sorry it's small, but I'm just growing bit by bit.
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Jose, thank you so much, I am truly appreciative <3 Every dollar counts, seriously- it all adds up :)
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I've sent the one steem, I would give more if I get some more ma'm you've been an inspiration to me, I'm always going to support in any way I can
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Thank means a lot.
I'm happy to be inspirational <3
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It helps, and I'll match it! Thanks!
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@papa-pepper thank you for all the help for her you're amazing sir
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Blessed to be able to be part of the restoration process for you!
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Thank you again <3
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Wow this is a huge ordeal you are going through - you hang in there girl and hope you get better soon - Kittens land on their feet☺☺☺
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He he, yes!
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@arbitrarykitten mam...I'm so sorry for your accident...
A soft tissue injury (STI) is the damage of muscles, ligaments and tendons throughout the body. Common soft tissue injuries usually occur from a sprain, strain, a one off blow resulting in a contusion or overuse of a particular part of the body....
The immediate treatment of any soft tissue injury consists of the RICER protocol – rest, ice, compression, elevation and referral. RICE protocol should be followed for 48–72 hours. The aim is to reduce the bleeding and damage within the joint....
painful is soft tissue damage?
When soft tissue is damaged, there is usually immediate pain along with immediate or delayed swelling (excessive swelling can slow the healing process – see treatment below). Stiffness is also very common as a result of the trauma and swelling. Bruising may also develop after 24-48 hours...
Keep it up dear...
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The tissue damage is not that painful. What really hurts is the bone manipulation the doctor is doing every other day. And every time they move my bones to where they should be, the new tissue that's grown there is being ripped for the bones. It literally feels like childbirth. 24 hour a day labor :(
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Ohhh...my god...
I'm so sorry my dear friend...
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I really hope that your bones will fully realign and recover fully. Remember to drink lots of water. Many people will be on various medicines and supplements but forget to stay hydrated; water is super important because it carries nutrients to where they are needed and gets rid of toxins- i think we are 90% water. Other than that I wanted to help with the crypto jeep. I hadn't seen @pappa-peppers post but I found and resteemed it. Thank you @pappa-pepper for the challenge. I don't have much but I like to help so I sent over 3 SBD. Get well soon, get your jeep back and stay blessed :)
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Oh yes, good info- water is often a side thought. But it's super important. The body is comprised of primarily water, and if dehydrated must work harder at normal sustaining, much less healing injuries. I'm drinking lots of good, filtered water. I'm also always hungry- which is a good sign. I do not eat much normally, so for me to be hungry constantly like this I know my body is trying to stitch itself back together and needs extra nutrients.
Thank you so much hun <3 I'm very appreciative
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Oh @arbitrarykitten Its very sad thing happen to you .
I will pray you get well soon .
I am not able to help you because i am new and doing my hard work . so i have no a lot of earning .
I have only prays . and i will do it for you a lot of .
You are very lucky to have such a great friends .
Thank you @papa-perppers to showing such a great kindness .
God bless so . take care of your self
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Your prayers are very appreciated. Thank you hun <3
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Your welcome dear
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Please, please take care of yourself!!
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I'm trying hun <3
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@arbitrarykitten Yes Papa-Pepper is one Fantastic Steemian. All I could think of while I wrote this comment was this..............I know it was stuck in my head..............................
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It's purrfect <3 Thanks hun
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I’m so sorry you’re experiencing so much pain. Thinking quick recovery thoughts.
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Thank you Doug <3
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I just can't imagine the pain that you are continuing to go through and I am praying for you to have the strength in mind and body needed to get through your healing process. It warms my heart to know that you are almost to the point where you will be able to replace your Jeep. That is one huge worry off of your mind. Hugs!
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very helpful post.thanks for sharing.
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Upvoted and resteemed. I am humbled by your courage in the face of such events. I hope your recovery is speedy and that you are able to replace your jeep this weekend!
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Thank you so much <3 :)
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Prayers for quick healing and that those mid-evil torture experts willget things back where they need to be soon.
God bless
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Lol yes! Thanks hun :)
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helpful and a informative post my dear.
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Congratulations! This post has been upvoted from the communal account, @minnowsupport, by ArbitraryKitten from the Minnow Support Project. It's a witness project run by aggroed, ausbitbank, teamsteem, theprophet0, someguy123, neoxian, followbtcnews, and netuoso. The goal is to help Steemit grow by supporting Minnows. Please find us at the Peace, Abundance, and Liberty Network (PALnet) Discord Channel. It's a completely public and open space to all members of the Steemit community who voluntarily choose to be there.
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Ohh..my god...really hurts...
I'm so sorry for all happening to you my dear friend @arbitrarykitten mam...
Reduction is a surgical procedure to restore a fracture or dislocation to the correct alignment. This sense of the term "reduction" does not imply any sort of removal or quantitative decrease but rather implies a restoration: re ("back [to normal]") + ducere ("lead"/"bring"), i.e., "bringing back to normal." When a bone fractures, the fragments lose their alignment in the form of displacement or angulation. For the fractured bone to heal without any deformity the bony fragments must be re-aligned to their normal anatomical position. Orthopedic surgery attempts to recreate the normal anatomy of the fractured bone by reduction of the displacement....
GOD BLESS YOU my dear friend...
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Thank you <3 Be blessed my friend
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I don't think anyone can anticipate what we really go through after a traumatic car accident. I knew that I was not treated correctly, or given the warnings that I needed to after my head injury. The doctor at the emergency room should have told me to go to an ENT immediately. It took 10 years for me to discover that there was a significant bone issue. After 10 years I started to get pain in my ear that was caused by the bone fragment in my sinuses. If somebody does not tell you to go directly to a specialist after a car accident, how do you know? Please make sure to follow all the steps and get everything checked out. I hope that you avoid some of the mistakes that I found out organically. They initially set the bone in my nose after the break without telling me about the hidden damage. You have indeed suffered a many more things that anyone will be able to anticipate and for someone to say that you should not feel pain after your accident is rather incorrect. Keep pursuing and your car accident Insurance should be covering a good majority of your treatment.
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Thank you for the update, slow and steady, you need some rest. Praying for a quick recovery. 🙏
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Oh my goodness, I had no idea you'd had an accident. Have you tried Arnica? It's a homeopathic remedy. Arnica Montana. You'd need a 200 Ch or 200 K. CH and K are just how it's diluted. It works wonders for healing and pain. A comfrey compress can always help too, or Rescue cream. If you take arnica, then for 3 days no mint, caffeine, or oil of oregano, because it will cancel it out. I think Camomile too, but that one cancels mainly Pulsatila. Anyway, I'm sure you've got what you need, but if you wanted to try something of the natural persuasion, this is what I take for such situations.
Hope you're better soon :)
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I still can't imagine how were you able to drive that far considering all your broken bones... @arbitrarykitten
So happy for what @papa-pepper come up with... I'm just newbie not have much in my wallet but I'm up to the challenge maam sorry if I can only transfer very small amount... get better soon maam stay safe always 😘😘😘
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Miraculously the bones never fractured. They were simply shoved out of their places in the impacts...
The doctors are all shaking their heads, too. They say I was in shock for five days, that's why I didn't feel much- from a constant steady dose of adrenaline. My brain knew I could do nothing, being so far from home and all, that it had to force my body to continue on until it perceived I was in a safe place where I could finally relax...
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Resteemed yours and his, made a little contribution and got a little teary myself - it is very sweet to see how people rallied for you!
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I am beyond humbled and awed. I love my Steemit community, and I always knew how amazing and big hearted and stellar humans congregate to this platform, and this just sent me out of orbit :) Thank you hun <3
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