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Posted: 2/10/2006 5:57:32 PM EDT
...but in the wake of all the ND's (yes they are ND's), I thought I would post a little reminder.
This is a dupe link, but it sets up the following pics: The original story here.. Here is the hand 4.5 months later. The surgeon put it back together well and earned his money BIG time. Here is all I can make of a fist (so far). You can see the muscle atrophy above my thumb. I destroyed the intrinsic nerve to that muscle group and don't know if it will ever come back. Here is a feeble attempt at the "claw". Chuck will have to keep his interim sparring partner for awhile longer. The tendon graft to the ring finger is bound in the scar tissue and "might" bust loose with more aggresive PT. If not, the surgeon gets paid again. Please excuse the site in the background, I know it's not our beloved ARFCOM. That was the site my original post was on. Someone lifted it, and all the "US Marshall" crap started. ND's are serious stuff. It doesn't matter if only the TV, bedroom wall, or you pride were hurt. They shouldn't happen, but they do. Play safe. Out. |
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So how much did that ND cost taxpayers (if Medicaid) or increased premiums for the rest of us?
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at least it wasnt your right hand....
no kunfu grip = boring sat night |
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Are you serious? Nothing. |
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looks to be healing pretty well..... sucks about the loss of function though.
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Not too bad. The only reason to use your pinky is a "shocker" or for wine testing.
A lessoned learned. A weapon can't be clear enough. |
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Yes, and you are wrong... |
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Feeling is about 85%. Cold really jacks it up though.
Nothing that you'd notice. Why ya gotta be hatin'......Jeeze. Why don't you bitch about feeding people in prisons, or people that abuse they system. I'm not collecting welfare. Damn. |
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is there a reason your being an ass, or did someone piss in your wheaties? |
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[stolen line] yes and they stole his manners while he was savoring the flavor [/sl] |
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what movie is that quote from? |
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Theres always gota be a ass ............... Hope your hand gets better..... |
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Just don't have alot of respect for anyone who f^&4 up and posts pics on the web for symphathy... |
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someone on this board |
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Give him a minute, hes still savoring the taste. |
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Thanks. I've heard all the "you're a dumbass" remarks.....they don't bother me cause yeah, I WAS a dumbass. But WTF is up with that?
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dont think hes looking for sympathy, just a reminder what can happen to ANY of us if we let our guard down when it comes to firearms... He fucked up and knows it, hes not here crying, hes here showing.... Get a clue...... |
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I'm not asking for sympathy asshat. I'm simply letting people know shit happens to everyone, and you need to not get complacent. |
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Looks like you're healing up well. Especially considering the damage that was done. I had really expected you to lose your pinky, at least.
Good luck on further recovery. |
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you really think he is doing it for symphathy? damn,,, must suck to be that stupid. ecgRN: thanks for the update. hope it gets better and for reminding us all weapons are loaded.. even the unloaded ones.. |
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fine, but don't shit on his thread |
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We already know that, thanks... |
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Actually I'm thinking about not going to PT any more. It's costing YOU money ya know. |
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I care. Stupid or not, his road to recovery is an eye opener and constant reminder.
Thanks for the update. I hope your hand makes a full recovery. -MF |
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its OK... i just sent off my IRS tax payment... that should cover a weeks worth of rehab.. if anyone says its costing them money,.. just say your using clusters money and to STFU. |
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+1 |
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I'll bet you're a lot of fun at parties |
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Hope the recovery continues to go well. Your situation is a reminder to us all. All it takes is one moment of not paying full attention...
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Hell, everybody else is getting a piece of my paycheck. You might as well have a slice too. |
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when I cut my thumb in half (off), the doctors said I would NEVER have full function again in that thumb. Well guess what. I do and the doctors can fuck themselves for what they told me.
now I do realize that what happened to your hand was a lot more than my thumb, but if you want it you will have it. It just takes a little time. Have a little faith brother |
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OOOOOOOH, Hey everybody look at me........I want attention too.! You might think your perfect, but I think Your an ASS! ecgRN, I think it's good that you post these. It will make people be more careful when using messing with guns. I bet a lot of people think if you get shot in the hand it will be this nice neat little hole that you get a couple of stiches and good as new. I hope you keep getting better, Sorry you had to learn the hard way. |
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I've actually been contacted by six people who have done the same thing. And no, it ain't pretty. I was VERY lucky.
It's not as uncommon as you might think. I just wanna help prevent more accidents. |
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I have finally found the most insipid, idiotic post ever imposed upon Arfcom. Congratulations. You're quite the little socialist. NEWSFLASH: We don't care what you think. |
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Scary, but thanks again... Hope the finger will be ok for you. |
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ecg, Thanks for the reminder that complacency hurts like a mofo, if you're lucky.
If you're unlucky, you could lobotomize yourself. Capnasshat is living proof of that. Hopefully his ND shot his nuts off, too, so he can't share the wealth with future generations. Sheesh...... Heywood |
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You should have posted this in the Team forum...
There will be less people shitting on your post in there... |
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I dont think it would of did him much good seeing that the guy shittin on his thread is a team member. EDIT only 2 postes in this entire thread by non team members |
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I don't care about people shitting on the thread. Asshats are Asshats. I just wanted to get my point across. I have heard it all, trust me. Although Capndickhead was the first to play the "how much did that cost ME?" card. The worst of the shitting and name calling came from me...believe that! |
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Wow ,when that doctor said you got lucky, boy and howdy. To travel that far through that much tissue, nerves and bones and not have lost anything permanently (crosses fingers), you were very fortunate indeed.
Keep working the PT thing. The more you make it work, the more it will build back. Good luck. Would like an update in a month or so. |
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He made a mistake that he'll never forget. You ever make a mistake or are you perfect? No your not perfect. |
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Looks like you had a good surgeon. Best of luck during the healing process.
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How long did it take for the ambulance to arrive? I would have thought your wife would have taken you to the ER, wouldn't that have been faster? We all need to slow down whenever we touch our guns.. sorry for all the pain you've gone through and will have to deal with in the future. Oh and I care also. |
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