Broken Ribs Video Diary #1

[@mortonfrankfire5400]

Dude I fully get this. I had an operation just over two weeks ago to fix a small tear in my shoulder and decompress the joint. This gives pain relief and restore full range of movement. The upshot is I have to keep my dominant arm in a sling for 5 weeks. Non of this is as painful as ribs and a punctured lung! What I have found is that it’s stopped me riding my bike, playing drums and being able to drive. All of this is very isolating. All of the above are the ways that I deal with depression too. I’m feeling pretty low today and yesterday and just watched this. I won’t say I enjoyed watching it as that seems wrong. I did, however, find it affirming and it really resonated. I think you’re right about setting goals. I started doing a vlog a week ago to try and give myself direction. It’s hard to find content though with only myself for material 😂. Anyway. Props for doing the video. It’s tough to talk candidly about these things. I hope you keep your chin up and may your days be full of max comfort and little to no sneezes.

[@TheRideCompanion]

Oh man sorry to hear about your injuries and thanks for sharing your story. I really hope you feel better. Heading to your channel now to watch your videos! All love man

[@keegsmum]

Thanks for doing this video series. I am 2 weeks into broken ribs and in a lot of pain. Doctors in my area are reluctant to prescribe anything other than anti-inflammatories, and they really tear up my stomach so I gotta get off them as the stomach pain is making things worse. Really sucks. And no, your vids on this are not boring. Grateful to know how I can expect this to progress as doctors don't really give a lot of info or practical advice other than " rest." As an athlete, this is soooooo hard to do !

[@TheRideCompanion]

Appreciate the comment and if you need to chat then feel free to slide me a DM. I’m gonna make a follow up soon as I’m 6 months into recovery. Unfortunately still not 100%

[@timgrant4519]

Davi. Don't stress whether it's boring. It's not. Your'e a top bloke and in s bad way. It's a long road but we're all here to help you along. More importantly though. Was the bike alright😄

[@TheRideCompanion]

Really kind words, thank you and YES the bike was 100% fine and in safe hands with my friend for a few months to enjoy!

[@timgrant4519]

@@TheRideCompanion best have a cuppa tea and a Tunnocks for now

[@ocbyn]

Get well soon man. Lots of white light from Cornwall brother.

[@simonsimons]

Dude, you had me cringing and feeling the pain I could see etched in to your face - took balls to make this and full respect for doing so. Many others will agree I am sure and some will benefit from the knowledge and first hand experience you are sharing. Long journey it may be, but it is one you will complete and be back on that bike before you know it. Sending healing vibes and best wishes for a speedy recovery all the way from sunny Egypt.

[@TheRideCompanion]

Thanks Simon, appreciate it man!

[@everready_mtb]

Sounds brutal, heal up soon and don't rush the comeback! Keep the vids coming too! But be careful on those meds tho...

[@johnreith4126]

Worthwhile video/series man, and yeah recovery sucks and can be hard. Reality checks like this are important and I think a lot of viewers will learn some important things following you through this period (what can happen even on a casual ride and what to expect during a hard recovery). Healing vibes and heal up. Keep your spirits up and try remember feeling low is normal after a heavy off, and due to medication.

[@TheRideCompanion]

Thanks John, appreciate ya!

[@jackg5147]

Get well soon dude. There are lots of listeners/viewers behind you that feel they know you so well and even call you a friend. 👍👊

[@TheRideCompanion]

Very kind. Thank you

[@borzracingmountainbikingpo1485]

All the best for your recovery. Currently in a similar boat.. all about the small wins, love a small win. From watching a new documentary to walking a lap of the garden.... before you know it you will be golden... enjoy the drugs, take naps and lots of them.. day dream.. all the best dude 👌👊

[@TheRideCompanion]

Thanks man!

[@wojciechtejchman2420]

Cheers mate, heal fast and stay positive. There are people around you that cares.

[@Moomin420]

The fact you are feeling bloody rough from some major injuries but have already got goals and plans to build in more wins along the way shows how determined you are and it’s rad to see. Looking forward to seeing your recovery progress but gutted it even has to be a thing in the first place! All the best mate

[@ddsgardening7437]

Healing vibs from Herron W.A. hang in there man what doesn't kill u makes you STRONGER !!Hang in there✌

[@purelymountainbiking4697]

You be back in no time, I recently broke 9 ribs, 2 collar bones, my arm, punctured lungs and internal bleeding and am 52, 7 weeks later back at gym and 9 weeks later back on my bike !! The only thing that will heal you quicker is WILLPOWER !! Speddy recover as I know what your going through and its tough on the mindset 💯 stay strong and will yourself better dude 🤟❤🏆

[@TheRideCompanion]

SUPER MOTIVATING MESSAGE, THANK YOU!

[@ryanwerner1571]

Davi, Appreciate that you're putting out content. This sucks man, hope you heal up well and faster than expected. Injuries suck, take the time needed to recover #nosetbacks. Healing vibes from across the pond!

[@annibooster6150]

Thanks for sharing Davi, get well soon. Really brave video.

[@soundwarper]

Heal quick, my man. You’re strong, dude. You’ll get there. ❤️👍

[@JRS-iq9pz]

I had 2 fractured ribs from a ladder fall and I can understand what you are going through. The first week is the worst. It was painful just getting out of bed and going to the bathroom. The second week is better. Then after that it slowly gets better. It takes about 6 weeks total I am told to totally heal. Good luck on your recovery.

[@texlish7467]

wow, that sounds like a gnarly crash. Glad you are on the healing road. Also that 5-day poop sounds like it was epicly gnarly as well. Talk about an adventure poo

[@TheRideCompanion]

hahaha, yeah.. kinda like an adventure but after being lost for 5 days

[@customtobi576]

Get well soon, Davi! All will be good. Keep us updated, please.

[@pigshed]

God that was boring ! Not really. It was really interesting. Thanks for taking the time and pushing through the pain to explain what you are, and have been, dealing with. I think you're actually doing really well and whilst it might not feel like it, you're being really positive about it with your approach. Get well soon !

[@ttracknwolf8791]

Keep your head high! Not just the drugs! Stay positive and set small goals to achieve. Audio books too on headphones are a great way to escape. I have recovered from smashed ribs and back, you will be back 100%!!

[@pace_tracker]

I been thru the same in 2020, it takes a shit load of time to fully recover. Thumbs up and I feel u!

[@TheRideCompanion]

'shit load' sounds like a long time... haha

[@pauloutdoors76]

Fuck dude. I've never been through a major injury and this has shown just how much you're going through the mill. So you might think it's boring, but it's really not. Also made me realise that with 3 kids to support, I'm happy to stick to Red trails, ride for smiles and not push it. I'll leave that to my Ollie and let him spanner himself instead! Heal well man, and take your time!

[@TheRideCompanion]

All love PR, thanks!

[@SubmarinersDive]

positive healing vibes to you man!

[@ryanjordan648]

Get well soon mate… wish you a speedy recovery 👊🏻

[@jacksmith222]

Get well soon dude!

[@jacob_cox]

Massive respect for what your doing. Keep your chin up and you'll get through it.

[@markcosens1]

That was really interesting. I'm 7 weeks in with similar injuries. I hadn't linked the depression and sadness I felt to the painkillers in the early weeks of recovery.

[@TheRideCompanion]

Yeah man, it's a thing for sure. How's your recovery going?

[@markcosens1]

@@TheRideCompanion slow, but each passing week gets a bit better. Like you say it's the small wins, a daily poop! Being able to sleep on your side instead of your back, walking without getting short on breath, sneezing with less pain. Riding a bike feels a very long way off still though. Will follow your recovery vlogs with interest 👍

[@JV220]

Great video. Im dealing with 12 broken ribs and Dr gave me 5mg every 6 hours and I'm not comfortable. Listening to this helps with my mind

[@slater5214]

Chin up dude you will get through it 🤘🤘 legend

[@andyshort9607]

Get well meowd big love

[@xmasever]

I’m going through this right now, I’m in my 2nd week of breaking 3 ribs, so watching your vids have helped…

[@TheRideCompanion]

Slide into the DM’s if you wanna chat brother

[@rhysdaley7670]

Love the intro😂 get well soon

[@tim__sadler]

On the journey with you Davi - you got this.

[@daveperkins438]

Healing vibes! Keep your chin up, "It's a bruise not a tattoo"

[@TheRideCompanion]

Preaccch

[@benmiller9552]

Good to see you are making a recovery Davie!!

[@davesimpson6191]

Hope you have a speedy recovery bud 👍🏻

[@benjybluehat]

My god, you've got more more drugs in you than my local pharmacy. You're in a bad way. Really feel for you Davy boy and its horrible to see you suffering. As much as it sucks as a viewer that you're not your usual vibrant self do not stress about vlogs or being boring (you'd never be that). Concentrate on getting back to you and doing whatever it is you need to achieve that. We'll all be here waiting. 👍

[@slipperyseal762]

Raw. Heal up man.

[@TRON01011]

Dude. That really sucks, thanks for sharing. Second the bone broth. CBD is good for bone healing too.

[@full-english]

Bone broth Davi. Bone broth.

[@TheRideCompanion]

ON IT

[@eightlivesdownmtb]

Mate. You’re all in order and certainly not in a class of one. Over the horizon you’re fine; breathing, laughing, coughing and sleeping without pain. That is a fact. I’ve done a few ribs (also eight in one go), including massive bruising to my lungs that almost stopped me breathing. I stopped the opioids as they don’t fix anything and where I was trying to shit a week-old turd through a triple-broken pelvis was a twat I didn’t need. The senna didn’t help. It’s OK to be hurt. It’s OK to feel like shit. But you will get better. Good on ya mate.

[@dalemcguinness7532]

I get it. Great to hear your story. I have 5 fractured ribs all on my right side from rib 7-11 and a perforated lung from 6 weeks ago. The question is I think one or two have re-cracked cause I keep hearing a grinding noise when I breathe also I am more out of breath coming into the 6 weeks. Did you suffer anything like this...?

[@elliotwilliams7421]

Your asking for advice......edibles 😂 I've just had 4 months out after slashing a tendon then carpal tunnel, I'm a spark so I couldn't work. Only advice I can give is what helped me, make a plan for everday, hour by hour if needed. Make a list of things to do and prioritise or categorise tasks. Make time for hobbies and or learning. Personally......I stop taking medication as soon as I can, hate how they affect me physically and mentally and if the pain is being masked I'll do more harm. After my last 3 operations and double leg break I took pain killers for no more than 24 hours after the operation or injury with a few paracetamol for a few days for sleeping at night. Plenty of the right goods and plenty vitamin d from the sun.

[@TheRideCompanion]

Brilliant advice dude. Any links to quality edibles?

[@elliotwilliams7421]

Sort mate no, wary of online sellers.....

[@Happy_Biker]

May I recommend, from horrible painful experience, avoiding any food that might promote gas, while on the pain meds. As for vitamins, you may also want to be sure to have a full spectrum multivitamin with the B-complex and minerals. As for zinc, it is possible to take too much, which will make you otherwise ill, so watch that. Not boring at all, be well. 💯

[@fairyhardcore]

As a nurse my main recommendation would be to get on a high protein diet to get you on the healing path fast. I would recommend 2 fortisip compact protein a day between meals to boost your system. No matter how good your diet is it won't be enough. Get well soon and don't push yourself to hard 👊

[@TheRideCompanion]

Brilliant tips. I'm going to give a good quality bone broth a try

[@full-english]

Hang in there man. On the bright side y’all be able to sell ya bowel movement as a diamond

[@TheRideCompanion]

haha thanks man

[@kylegibbs8153]

Beard oil man that will help the itchy ness and helps the skin save smooth

[@TheRideCompanion]

Walking to the end of the road will be better

[@bobbyfischer6786]

Everybody gangsta till they not allowed codeine or valium

[@mjbbell]

Best not to take the laxatives before doing the next podcast 😂 Hopefully your not off the bike for too long, maybe an excuse for a ride out in the North for when you do?

[@danh925]

Did some ribs back in Feb, took about three to four months for things to settle down. Probably didn't help that I got back into riding as soon as I could throw a leg over the saddle. Heal up fast davi, think positive thoughts dude. (hope you haven't got too many funny people around you, laughing is the worst followed by coughing and sneezing.) Good luck mate.