Small accident and fibro flare

Of course, Bella. When muscles, tendons, and ligaments are involved, you have more pain. You probably would have that pain if you didn't have fibro.

I have fallen on a sidewalk on my knees...hard...and the velocity pushed me forward and I caught myself with my hands so I wouldn't faceplant on the cement. I also have osteoporosis so I was a little concerned to move, but I did. My back and hips were hurting because of the hard jarring that occured. I was walking my dog at the time so I got up, took a tissue to wipe the blood that was running down my shins from my knees, and continued the walk. Now that was the best thing I could do. It helped me from becoming extremely stiff, I believe.

Yes, I had more pain for several weeks but was so thankful I didn't break any bones! You'll feel better soon. Try using ice to reduce any inflammation you may have caused. I don't think it is a big setback for you and just your thinking it is could make it more of a setback than it is. You're still able to walk, even though you need a cane, but once the muscles settle down you won't need the cane anymore. Just take one day at a time and think positively!

Sherrine

Sure. We all have. It will heal and feel better.

Last summer I fell twice in the attic while organizing boxes. The first time was a careless thing, the second was when a board broke. Generally, I am beginning to believe the flare that occurs after is less the accident than it is the tightening of our body muscles during the accident.

Yes, many times. Each time it scares me, so I can definitely relate. When you live with chronic pain, I think it's only natural. You're already hurting, and the thought of more pain can easily make you more anxious...especially if you're already paying the price somewhat.

Hopefully, you will feel better in a few days. Try to keep your muscles as loose as you can. Good luck!

Debbie

Ouch! I've had that happen before. I stepped out of the shower and my wet foot slipped just a little on the floor but it caused a painful chain reaction that hurt me for several weeks. Ice packs help a lot in easing the swelling that sometimes happens.

Ditto! It makes me cringe to think that a 'little' ouchie will almost always turn into something bigger and take what feels like forever to heal.

Fibro....it just keeps on giving....(unfortunately!)

Hope you're better soon, Bella! :)

Day four after mishap and I am slowly improving with my daily meds. When the pain gets bad, I can't sleep and reach for a norco, but as this subsides I hope tramadol/tylenol will be enough to manage my daily pain levels.

Bella