Egg Lou Posted June 18, 2008 Author Share Posted June 18, 2008 Who are you insured with lovely? NFU - I have full policy with everything.. including rider and third party Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Who are you insured with lovely? NFU - I have full policy with everything.. including rider and third party NFU are fab - ring up your local agent and have a chat with them - they will be able to give you some great advice. They really look after you. xxxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hils78 Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 ...Something I would ask is was the lead rope wrapped round her hand or not? .... that's something we were always told NOT to do at my riding school for this exact reason. I'm sure if she was experienced with horses she would have known this as it's a big NO NO where horses are concerned. ...thats my exact reason for writing that. Although as you put an experienced horse owner would not do this. Just a freak accident. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basset Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Egg Lou, I just wanted to let you know you have my full sympathy. What a terrible thing to happen. I echo what everyone else has said, with horses these things happen, but it's so horrible for those involved when it does happen. Also, when I had my horses, NFU were always brilliant, so you will be in good hands if your friend claims. Best wishes and good luck to you and your friend, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keanie Bean Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Oh you poor thing, what a terrible thing to happen to all concerned. I dont know anything about horses but you mustn't blame yourself, all animals come with that element of unpredictability. My thoughts are with you, BIG hugs and I hope it all looks better in the morning for all. Sarah.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..lay a little egg for me Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 ...Something I would ask is was the lead rope wrapped round her hand or not? .... that's something we were always told NOT to do at my riding school for this exact reason. I'm sure if she was experienced with horses she would have known this as it's a big NO NO where horses are concerned. Even when I lead my incredibly gentle old boy round to the stable from his field (about 10 metres) I always make sure I don't wrap the lead rope around my hand as I too was taught not to do it. It is tempting when you are leading 2 or carrying something in the other hand but I always 'fold up' the lead rope rather than loop it. Take heart EggLou, I'm sure she will not blame you or Ollie for the mishap...it could have happened with any horse. Big hugs xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ange1 Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Oh Egg Lou sorry to hear about your friend and Oscar. Just wanted to echo what others had said really. I guess it could have been a lot worse, hope your friend is okay after she comes out of surgery. Big hug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 what an awful accident. so sorry for your friend and you for the situation. Please dont beat yourself up blaming yourself, as the others have said it was an accident. Speedy recovery to your friend . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 I'm so sorry to read this Egg Lou. Take some Aconite for the chock and try to go and see both of them soon - they will both need yoru love and reassurance. We'll be here for you for virtual hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abwsco Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 I am so sorry to read what has happened. Best wishes to your friend and some {{{HUGS}}} for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Im so sorry to read about all this, how shocking and worrying Sending you lots of hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedusA Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 So sorry to hear about this accident. Your poor friend! I hope she recovers soon and I'm sure you will do all you can to help her. Just goes to show, there is no predicting how animals will react. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katie Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Very sorry to hear youmreally shouldn't bring the burden on yourself, although it is entirely natural. Freak accidents do happen, and it's just a part of owning horses and animals in general which i'm sure your friend understands. It's so easy to get comfortable with an animal you've known for a while, and when something like that happens your first instinct isn't always to let go. Best wishes to you and your friend xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egg Lou Posted June 18, 2008 Author Share Posted June 18, 2008 Thank you again for your kind words.. I do feel better than earlier but still so worried and don;t think anything will take away the guilt.. I still haven't been able to see her as theatre was delayed but spoke to her husband earlier.. the thumb was torn off but still attached and a live blood supply .. so they are hoping it can be saved. it does sound like she will have long term problems with it though even if all goes well. He was a bit annoyed but ok under the circumstances.. have offered to ferry kids to school etc but not sure what else to do Will be seeing her tomorrow with flowers etc once she is back home. Oh .. and Oscar is absolutely fine just had a stern talking to as very worried about this happening to DD or anyone else! Thanks again.. I had no one else to turn to earlier so really appreciated your support x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhapsody Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Just read this. Blimey mate what a horrible thing to happen. You are going to feel guilty, if you didnt you wouldnt be the lovely person we all know on here. When my Welshie threw someone and she broke her shoulder I felt awful, even though I didnt know her very well and by all accounts she was riding him very unsympathetically, I still felt bad. Horses eh? Who'd have 'em? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 So sorry you and your friend are having to go through this Accidents do happen, and they can't be predicted. Take care, Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egg Lou Posted June 18, 2008 Author Share Posted June 18, 2008 Just read this. Blimey mate what a horrible thing to happen. You are going to feel guilty, if you didnt you wouldnt be the lovely person we all know on here. When my Welshie threw someone and she broke her shoulder I felt awful, even though I didnt know her very well and by all accounts she was riding him very unsympathetically, I still felt bad.Horses eh? Who'd have 'em? Thanks Rhapsody I know its probably normal to feel bad but I have to say right now I could do without them to be honest had mine for 12 years and part of the family but this has really knocked me for six .. sure it will pass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 I am so sorry to hear Egg Lou I do hope that your friend makes a good recovery. I am sure your friend does not blame you in the slightest. Try and keep your chin up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 What an awful shock you must have got . Your poor friend . I can't say more than has already been said. Don't blame yourself - I'm sure your friend doesn't. Best wishes to her for a speedy recovery and you take care of yourself too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 That's awful - agree with everyone else though, IT'S NOT YOUR FAULT! She will recognise that. Can I also add that - although it sounds like a bad injury - these days they can do amazing things and hopefully she will recover very well. My sister had a door slammed on her hand some years ago and lost the tips of all her fingers - you wouldn't know to look at it, unless you compare it with her other hand and she has almost full function although obviously they're not as sensitive as before. Here's hoping for a good outcome for your friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 good point olly, my DH had a (full) chemical drum land on his hand and it severed his middle finger almost completely. This was over 20 years ago. They managed to reattach it and he had months of painful physio but they saved his finger and he can use it normally. It just hurts in extremes of temperature or if I grab his hand (and I forget, which I do often!) it hurts a bit. To look at his hand, you'd never know though. This was a long time ago, medicine moves on in leaps and bounds all the time. Don't be too hard on Oscar, he can't help it if he was spooked. xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Sorry, only just catching up with this thread. What a horrible accident EggLou, but, as everyone else has said it really was an accident and not your fault. I know what you mean about feeling guilty though, even though you're really not responsible you do end up feeling guilty because it was your animal that caused the injury, no matter how freak or unintentional the accident was. I hope that your friend recovers well, and I'm sure you'll feel a lot better after you've been able to see her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Just read this. Blimey mate what a horrible thing to happen. You are going to feel guilty, if you didnt you wouldnt be the lovely person we all know on here. When my Welshie threw someone and she broke her shoulder I felt awful, even though I didnt know her very well and by all accounts she was riding him very unsympathetically, I still felt bad.Horses eh? Who'd have 'em? Thanks Rhapsody I know its probably normal to feel bad but I have to say right now I could do without them to be honest had mine for 12 years and part of the family but this has really knocked me for six .. sure it will pass It will pass my lovely - really it will. Just take each day at a time - and remember that it was NOT your fault - and it wasnt even Oscars. Take things slowly and come back here for support whenever you need xxxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egg Lou Posted June 19, 2008 Author Share Posted June 19, 2008 Had update this morning.. She texted my from hospital. they do call this injury "de gloving" (think someone mentioned this) had long operation last night where they tried to reattach the nerves and tendons.. one of the two main ligaments has snapped also.. They are not hopeful about function as think she will lose this permenantly, however they are hopeful about saving the thumb inself so although it will be very scarred it will still look ok.. just unlikely to be able to use it She was fine with me as said same as everyone here.. I am going to see her tonight as she should be sent home this afternoon. Thank you for all your support I will pass on all your best wishes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 That is postive news Egg Lou - she's obviously a sensible woman as well as a good friend. Big hugs again xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
