Cooks Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 oooh I do have some arnica tablets, how many should I take??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimnpaula Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 As a qualified medical professional who has just (finally!) got back from her ambulance shift I would just like to repeat everyone's recommendation that you get your shoulder checked, especially if it is still very painful to move tomorrow - pain on movement=something wrong, and you don't want to sit around with a dislocated/fractured shoulder.... Anyway: Weleda Arnica Dosage Adults - 2 tablets Children - 1 tablet For acute cases, I dose every 2 hours for up to 6 doses Less acute cases, 1 dose 3 times a day between meals until the condition improves. Weleda Arnica How to Take Homeopathic remedies should always be taken on a clean palate, at least 15-30 minutes before or after eating or drinking. Never handle homeopathic remedies directly as this may reduce their effectiveness. Ensure that your mouth is free from strongly flavoured substances such as coffee, tobacco and mint. ...and hope you feel better in the morning Paula Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 thanks for that, I will start popping them then. Yes I know I will get it checked out if its no better tomorrow, I think I would be screaming if it was dislocated though wouldn't I?? or that was my mums opnion anyhoos... it's more the back of my shoulder where i fell back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Well i have to admit i screamed when i dislocated my shoulder years ago!! I was cleaning out the freezer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlo Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Well i have to admit i screamed when i dislocated my shoulder years ago!! I was cleaning out the freezer A dangerous thing to be doing!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 thanks for that, I will start popping them then. Yes I know I will get it checked out if its no better tomorrow, I think I would be screaming if it was dislocated though wouldn't I?? or that was my mums opnion anyhoos... it's more the back of my shoulder where i fell back. That would depend on whether it was fully or partially dislocated and on your pain threshold - Claret didn't and my g/daughter Lauren doesn't. Best to get it checked out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 I scream if I move but otherwise it's just a bad ache... but still hurts more than my foot ever did... not a good thought eh?? Defrosting the freezer??? was you attacking it??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimnpaula Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 When my dad dislocated his shoulder he was just rather uncomfortable and miserable, and obviously I've seen other patients who were quite tolerant of the pain, but anyway, you know how bad you feel - however, if you get numbness or tingling in your arm get help straight away. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 (edited) Well i have to admit i screamed when i dislocated my shoulder years ago!! I was cleaning out the freezer A dangerous thing to be doing!!! yes, I agree, really not recommended, that freezer cleaning lark. But then again, getting injured whilst cleaning frozen stuff - at least the frozen peas will be easily reached I'll get my coat . . . . . Edited January 6, 2010 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Uh oh Cooks that does not sound good at all I was using a s"Ooops, word censored!"er thing and over stretched I tend to avoid cleaning freezers now yes, it was handy for the frozen peas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 however, if you get numbness or tingling in your arm get help straight away. P errrrm ok I will go in the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Cooks if you have tingling you should go now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 no-one mentioned tingling before.... I have kids in bed now, I cant go til the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chick wiggle Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Do you have tingling Cookie? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 yep in my hand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Please, please go as soon as you possibly can. I don't want to worry you but tingling can be a sign of nerve problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 I will go in the morning first thing if I can get a ride there. I am sure its becasue I am just holding my arm funny though and only able to use the lower part of my arm. Well thats wehat I had thought anyhoos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Look after yourself xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chick wiggle Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Am worried for you now cookie, Im no nurse but it dont sound too good. Not a great start to the year for you is it? Hope you manage to get some sleep and let us know how you get on in the morning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 ok I will try although no promises as I am likely to break them. Thanks chickie, I think I will go in a bit if I can sort it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimnpaula Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Don't be afraid to call an ambulance - you'll get gas & air! and 2 people to help you. Try and go as soon as possible. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 no-one mentioned tingling before.... I have kids in bed now, I cant go til the morning. have you got anyone who could look after the kids so you could go and get it checked out? I just did the NHS direct self help thing and it says you should get it looked at immediately if Are you: suddenly finding you are completely unable to move your limb/limbs, and that you are also: suddenly experiencing continuous numbness, tingling or pins and needles in your limbs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chick wiggle Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Ok hun Oh and in answer to your original question 'am I clumsy or what?' YES!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Crikey Lyns, I wish I was nearer........can a neighbour pop round with the boys if you call an ambulance? I take it hubby is away..............? Failing that, get them up if needs be. Sha xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimnpaula Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 well, she's gone offline so hopefully she's sorting it out. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
