Broken Clavical

[Cruiser]

Thanks Brian,,
Going ok,, the wife started going to a chiro, and We are both doing PT 3 days a week for 2 hrs a shot. I'm starting to do some more core excersises and doing some weight machines.. They are still saying best is to stay off the bike till late fall.. they don't even want me on my riding tractor..
Glenn,, One of these weekends I'll head over to visit.. been nuts here,, even with the "time off" running to this Dr, to that then to the Lawyer,, always fun!

 

[eff]

I'm glad to hear that you all are healing up.

 

[GMP]

I had some brutal neck/shoulder muscle spasms/pain the night after my last follow-up visit. Came on slow for no reason. Took 3 Percosets and I could not even stand up I was so stoned but still felt it. Next day went away just like it came. Doc was not in but nurse said can happen during healing as the muscle was partially cut to attach the plate. Today I'm almost back to where I was Thurs AM, full range just sore like the day after a tough enduro. I'll start first stage PT this week. Hope to be on a new Ducati early July, GasGas in the fall. As soon as I can lift the bike off the stand I'll do the top end and head, so its fresh when I'm ready.

Steve,

Glad to hear you guys are comming along well. I have some tires for you when you get here.

 

[Cruiser]

I got Holly driving last night! She drove my drunk but home from the DS rally in town.. Soon she will be back to driving without flinching! We will try to visit soon!!

 

[GMP]

Bad news. I need anothger surgery to have the plate removed in a few weeks to control the infection. This is very early for a plate removal, plus there will be seven holes to fill in. Basically I'm done for the year. Glad I got the Hyper at least I can have some fun on a bike.

 

[eff]

Sorry to hear that news Glenn. Good luck with that infection and enjoy that Hyper in the meantime.

 

[JoshP]

Bummer to hear Glenn. The woods shall wait for your return sir.

 

[Cruiser]

Glenn,,
That blows man!! you will get to keep the hardware wont you.. make a nice conversation piece.. Is it the brace that is causing the infection?? I just had an injection in my knuckle yesterday.. went in with the aid of a x-ray thing that would take instant pics every time the Doc pressed a button.. It was ok till he had to pull the finger out to get the needle in the joint farther.. I heard it pop and hasn't felt like its all back yet.. I cant do anything with my right hand right now.. said the swelling should be gone by Sat or Sun.. I might get the ok to ride a mild street bike by this time in Aug,, thinking of the little Yamaha 250 ds bike.. make that my ds bike until I decide on a 250 and 515 combo or just a 250, or 515 or?? I like the husky 610's too..
Just heal up Glenn,, I'll have to get out there for a couple beers..
Steve

 

[GMP]

Yeah Steve I'm not happy about it. To me it looks like its getting better (slowly) all the time, but I think the doc just doesn't want to chance it getting worse. The plate is not causing the infection but thats where it tends to go to, true of any implant in anyone. I'll ask for the plate just like I asked the doc in Allentown for the stick! Hell its mine I paid for it!

Good luck with the hand. Get the 610, if its too much for rehab gear it up to soften it a bit. Hope you can get something before I get cut again (Aug 12), then I'm out of street riding for a few weeks too.

I've been messing with the Hyper. Cat removed, airbox lid opened up, EXUP valve disabled, geared down one tooth up front. 2nd gear wheelies at the crack of the throttle. Actually one in the parking lot at work today I hope no one important saw. Next some EFI work. Maybe some Leo Vince cans later, but stockers sound good without the cat. So much fun its stupid.

 

[GMP]

Had my plate removed Tues. Infection was just minor, under the skin thing from a piece of suture material. Bone looks good, but like swiss cheese now from the seven empty holes. Six weeks till I can stress it. I just installed and trimmed a race ECU in the Ducati and the suspense is killing me!

 

[eff]

Glad to hear things are improving and healing! My wife already thinks I'm too affectionate towards my GasGas, but having that Hyper too I think she would be really jealous!

 

[GMP]

Thanks Ed. being injured all summer I caught up on family and wifey time so I'm lookin' good now! She is actually happy that I will be able to ride the GG in 6 weeks or so. The Gasser may be jealous, so as soon as I can wrench with authority I have a new top end and a few other things for her.

Some guys say the Hyper is like an Italian super model. I say no, the 1098 or D16RR are the super models, the Hyper is the porn star!

 

[GMP]

Fast foward a few months:

Just had my six week post op XRay after Dr. Mark re plated my clavicle with a bone graft and morphegenic protein. There is quite a gap due to the neccessary clean up work. I was bummed as the XRay looks a lot like 1 day post op but the doc is very pleased, said it looked great. Guess I'm no radiologist.

 

[Boomhauer]

Your looking a little boney there Glenn!

Good to hear that the doc said your are healing up well. You will be thawed out & riding before you know it.

I will be seeing the doc at his booth at the Supercross on Saturday. He said I owe him a beer for doing my surgery.

Robby

 

[GMP]

Hey man I wish I could fly down and party with you guys! It sucks here. Last Sat morning it was -4, I didn't know it but 2 heating pipes in the 2nd floor overhang of my house froze and broke. When it warmed up water was pouring out the front of my house! A big mess, could have been a lot worse though.

Yeah this injury was a bad one and the doc said it demands respect in dealing with the healing. I'm just happy he was so happy. I guess contrast on Xrays is not proportional, that is if you see a little there is actually a lot more.

 

[Boomhauer]

don't worry buddy I will post a photo show after the event for all to see. Hopefully my wife won't slap me to hard when I take pictures of the starter girls!

It is suppose to hit in the 70's today. If uit would stay around 50 for the whole year I would be happy. I am no doctor but you can see see a bit of a shawdow in the blank area so that must be where the bone is growing?

 

[GMP]

Cleared for Combat!

Its been a long road, 6 months since my last surgery, and 14 months since I've been on a dirt bike. Today, Dr. Mark Sanders just gave me the go ahead to start riding again. I can't say enough good things about this guy and his staff. His level of support is unprecedented in this day and age. Also, a big thanks again to my friend Boomhauer for helping me out.

I need a little more training to get back into shape, especially my shoulder, but should be good for my favorite enduro in the end of July.

 

[blitz11]

Congratulations! That is terrific news.

I've learned a great deal from your posts, and was VERY disappointed a few weeks ago when you were talking about taking a break and perhaps selling the GG. Glad to hear that things have greatly improved, and you'll be back on the bike.

Thanks for letting us know.

blitz

 

[Cruiser]

Great news!! although I did want to buy your bike,, I would rather see you on it!! I hope to be back on a regular bike this year still.. Maybe I'll join you if you end up racing.. or at least pit for you..

 

[eff]

Great news Glenn! Good luck getting back out there.