I'm so sorry to hear of your accident! It must be quite worrying and daunting for you that this has happened, but as you rightly point out, it could have happened to anyone. So I hope it doesn't leave a permanent dent in your self-confidence. I find that with PD, mental attitude is key! Hopefully you can eventually leave the fear caused by the accident behind you.
Thank you for all the great work you do as an advocate for Parkinson's. I'm an avid listener to your podcast and it really does help me get through the day.
Rory your recent piece is as always honest, open & full of poignancy. You will recover, both physically & emotionally I am sure - you have a wonderful family & a huge number of friends who are there for you & that's not counting your army of twitter followers who will be rooting for you.
My 90 year old mum fell over 5 weeks ago - her shopping trolley moved and she has broken her pelvis in 2 places - she was shocked, depressed, life wouldn't be the same again, but these last few days she has got her mojo back & is up & walking again. If she can do it, so will you. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery Rory . As you rightly point out falls seem to be common with Parkinson’s and likely more so for the elderly who have the condition . May I take this opportunity to thank you for your regular podcasts and newsletters concerning Parkinson’s . Good luck .
I was so distressed for you to hear about your accident - and it WAS an accident that could have happened to anyone in those after dark and wet conditions. I think you need to remember it was a very short time ago; you are still shocked, as well as in pain and discomfort. That will pass, your confidence will come back. You have so much still to do and your busy life will re-establish itself. Look after yourself and give that sweet dog a pat. Tell her there’s a black Labrador here that follows her progress with interest and recommends a nightly raw carrot as a crunchy, sweet and delicious treat.
Well I think you are amazing to have put one finger to the keyboard to tell us the whole story. I hope the surgery is done promptly and you recover fully. It will take time to get your confidence back but from what I read and what I hear on your podcast, you seem up to any challenges that might be thrown in your path. Wishing you, Dame Prof, Sophie and your family all the best.
Dear Rory, I am so sorry about your fall, I feel for you. Your posts on Insta & X brought it all back to me, I totally get the emotional response, loss of confidence. In my experience it will go in time. A few years ago I tripped and fell when running along a pavement, broke my right elbow at the joint, cracked my wrist in 2 places. Had surgery then lots of physio. My shoulder froze, more physio… Like you, I immediately started typing with one finger, I learned to use my left hand, and was grateful for a very supportive husband and friends and family! The need to communicate to colleagues, family and friends and work kept me going plus 2 great physios and my GP. Since then I’ve always been careful when out and about and never run now even if I’m late. Healing takes time, the emotional impact, step by step. Wishing you a full recovery in your own time. Your community is here for you and we shall be waiting for more of your brilliant insights, books, posts and projects when you are ready. Best wishes.
Hi Rory, I’m a 39 year old with muscular dystrophy and it’s safe to say the mental challenge is often harder than the physical. Confidence usually does return with time but the brain can’t be pushed too quickly to heal. Don’t beat yourself up, some days may feel backwards more than forwards but the overall journey goes the right way. Good luck!
Morning from Prague. I am sorry to hear you are feeling ‘IT’. It being the thing that the others don’t understand unless you have PD or live with PD and are watching a loved one change. You are one of the most important people in our group at the moment with those wonderful friends you have. Don’t lose sight of the enjoyment with the realistic chats and open facts many hide which you are exposing. It should be compulsory for every Neurologist to listen to you all.
Why am I in Prague instead of leisurely walking my dog in Perth. Parkinson’s of course. This has become my motto. At 73 I am about to complete a Eupati Fellowship in research. I drove through that awful storm and was hit by a branch on the motorway. Went through the smelly part of Edinburgh Airport to sit with smelly people. I am here in a decent flat exhausted with my laptop to study so all goes well. I hopefully with better understanding of research can be part of Public, Patient Involvement (PPI). The part of research very much overlooked - our knowledge, the knowledge of living with it, the knowledge of what they are not listening to or recognising. You are doing the same for all of us in those podcasts. You are brilliant and don’t you forget it.
Dear Rory - having taken insufficient fluids aboard a week or two ago, (a classic PD error), I too ended up in A&E after collapsing at home. It knocked the stuffing out of me, so much so that I thought that my PD was beginning to accelerate. Luckily this has not been the case, but I do now use a torch to go to the loo at night. And I thought that I knew my house so well after 32 years! Get well soon! Best wishes, Rob
PS: I met the producer of Movers & Shakers the other day at my Godson’s wedding. Your colleague (name escapes me - sorry!) is the bride’s Godmother. Small world!
So sorry to hear this Rory .... totally natural to get a shock after such a fall.... I had some minor falls recently and they upset me greatly as they really emphasise our vulnerability don't they.... but you know often , as in my case, people are so ready to help and kind.... so maybe we need to adjust to accepting that (two men saved my fall from an airport bus)...... but this week give yourself space and time and painkillers... the elbow injury is no fun at all! Fractured mine needing 40 pins sone years ago.... did the physio, lovely surgeon, had to go in again after a year " as you have a screw loose"( as I am a psychiatrist I thought that was funny but it went over his focused head)...., all went well and it is perfectly fine now. Good luck and thank you so deeply for all your work in Movers and Shakers , it's a great help
I shattered my elbow joint when I came off my bike. It was nearly 50 years ago and I was young and fit, but I still remember it as one of the most painful experiences of my life -- and the incredulity I felt that I'd done so much damage to myself from a simple fall from a bicycle. So your PD may have been a factor in your accident, but it can happen to the young and fit too. Get well soon!
Dear Rory,
I'm so sorry to hear of your accident! It must be quite worrying and daunting for you that this has happened, but as you rightly point out, it could have happened to anyone. So I hope it doesn't leave a permanent dent in your self-confidence. I find that with PD, mental attitude is key! Hopefully you can eventually leave the fear caused by the accident behind you.
Thank you for all the great work you do as an advocate for Parkinson's. I'm an avid listener to your podcast and it really does help me get through the day.
Wishing you a complete and speedy recovery.
Big hug, Sarah
Rory your recent piece is as always honest, open & full of poignancy. You will recover, both physically & emotionally I am sure - you have a wonderful family & a huge number of friends who are there for you & that's not counting your army of twitter followers who will be rooting for you.
My 90 year old mum fell over 5 weeks ago - her shopping trolley moved and she has broken her pelvis in 2 places - she was shocked, depressed, life wouldn't be the same again, but these last few days she has got her mojo back & is up & walking again. If she can do it, so will you. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery Rory . As you rightly point out falls seem to be common with Parkinson’s and likely more so for the elderly who have the condition . May I take this opportunity to thank you for your regular podcasts and newsletters concerning Parkinson’s . Good luck .
Rory, Very sorry to hear this. Get well soon. Joshua
I was so distressed for you to hear about your accident - and it WAS an accident that could have happened to anyone in those after dark and wet conditions. I think you need to remember it was a very short time ago; you are still shocked, as well as in pain and discomfort. That will pass, your confidence will come back. You have so much still to do and your busy life will re-establish itself. Look after yourself and give that sweet dog a pat. Tell her there’s a black Labrador here that follows her progress with interest and recommends a nightly raw carrot as a crunchy, sweet and delicious treat.
Very true
Well I think you are amazing to have put one finger to the keyboard to tell us the whole story. I hope the surgery is done promptly and you recover fully. It will take time to get your confidence back but from what I read and what I hear on your podcast, you seem up to any challenges that might be thrown in your path. Wishing you, Dame Prof, Sophie and your family all the best.
A swift recovery & return of your positivity. Absolutely anyone can fall in torrential rain, so try to stay focused on all the projects ahead of you.
Dear Rory, I am so sorry about your fall, I feel for you. Your posts on Insta & X brought it all back to me, I totally get the emotional response, loss of confidence. In my experience it will go in time. A few years ago I tripped and fell when running along a pavement, broke my right elbow at the joint, cracked my wrist in 2 places. Had surgery then lots of physio. My shoulder froze, more physio… Like you, I immediately started typing with one finger, I learned to use my left hand, and was grateful for a very supportive husband and friends and family! The need to communicate to colleagues, family and friends and work kept me going plus 2 great physios and my GP. Since then I’ve always been careful when out and about and never run now even if I’m late. Healing takes time, the emotional impact, step by step. Wishing you a full recovery in your own time. Your community is here for you and we shall be waiting for more of your brilliant insights, books, posts and projects when you are ready. Best wishes.
Keep the plaster cast in case you need it again. You can't count on wounding the other elbow next time. I'm serious!
I am so sorry. We stay down for longer after a certain age/stage. And the shock takes a long time to abate.
Hi Rory, I’m a 39 year old with muscular dystrophy and it’s safe to say the mental challenge is often harder than the physical. Confidence usually does return with time but the brain can’t be pushed too quickly to heal. Don’t beat yourself up, some days may feel backwards more than forwards but the overall journey goes the right way. Good luck!
Morning from Prague. I am sorry to hear you are feeling ‘IT’. It being the thing that the others don’t understand unless you have PD or live with PD and are watching a loved one change. You are one of the most important people in our group at the moment with those wonderful friends you have. Don’t lose sight of the enjoyment with the realistic chats and open facts many hide which you are exposing. It should be compulsory for every Neurologist to listen to you all.
Why am I in Prague instead of leisurely walking my dog in Perth. Parkinson’s of course. This has become my motto. At 73 I am about to complete a Eupati Fellowship in research. I drove through that awful storm and was hit by a branch on the motorway. Went through the smelly part of Edinburgh Airport to sit with smelly people. I am here in a decent flat exhausted with my laptop to study so all goes well. I hopefully with better understanding of research can be part of Public, Patient Involvement (PPI). The part of research very much overlooked - our knowledge, the knowledge of living with it, the knowledge of what they are not listening to or recognising. You are doing the same for all of us in those podcasts. You are brilliant and don’t you forget it.
BIG HUG X
Dear Rory - having taken insufficient fluids aboard a week or two ago, (a classic PD error), I too ended up in A&E after collapsing at home. It knocked the stuffing out of me, so much so that I thought that my PD was beginning to accelerate. Luckily this has not been the case, but I do now use a torch to go to the loo at night. And I thought that I knew my house so well after 32 years! Get well soon! Best wishes, Rob
PS: I met the producer of Movers & Shakers the other day at my Godson’s wedding. Your colleague (name escapes me - sorry!) is the bride’s Godmother. Small world!
So sorry to hear this Rory .... totally natural to get a shock after such a fall.... I had some minor falls recently and they upset me greatly as they really emphasise our vulnerability don't they.... but you know often , as in my case, people are so ready to help and kind.... so maybe we need to adjust to accepting that (two men saved my fall from an airport bus)...... but this week give yourself space and time and painkillers... the elbow injury is no fun at all! Fractured mine needing 40 pins sone years ago.... did the physio, lovely surgeon, had to go in again after a year " as you have a screw loose"( as I am a psychiatrist I thought that was funny but it went over his focused head)...., all went well and it is perfectly fine now. Good luck and thank you so deeply for all your work in Movers and Shakers , it's a great help
Get well soon, Rory. Nasty fall. Thank you for telling the story. Good idea to take some time out. Cathy
I shattered my elbow joint when I came off my bike. It was nearly 50 years ago and I was young and fit, but I still remember it as one of the most painful experiences of my life -- and the incredulity I felt that I'd done so much damage to myself from a simple fall from a bicycle. So your PD may have been a factor in your accident, but it can happen to the young and fit too. Get well soon!