Solo Recovery With A Broken Arm.......How Am I Going To Do This?

[@TheCosmicRealm3]

It doesn't matter what yall do on this channel. I'll enjoy it all. I'm here for whatever.

[@dewaynepowell8965]

I agree with you

[@UberLummox]

Not the most exiting video. Even the recovery was less than interesting.

[@fredism1960]

I agree, this is my favorite KZbin Channel. I'll be watching no matter what.

[@kinsleeelliott6277]

I got lost for a couple weeks… found my way back here again

[@coachgeo]

another great family stuff to watch is Sleeperdude. Would make a cool adventure to get those two fams togther for something. Maybe do a burn out car together? Their two girls would kick it with Gracie.

[@RobertBrown-xt8qn]

When I was 10' my dad (who ran a one man service and repair business) sawed his right thumb off in a radial arm saw. I went to work with him every day for about a year. It forced him to slow down and teach me because he couldn't just do it himself. It was rough for a while , but it was the best education a kid could have. When I got into high school shop class, kids would ask the teacher how to do something and he would just send them to me. Take it easy on that arm and put those kids to work. It will be good for both of you.

[@jasonbarnett1256]

You used to be 10 feet tall?? What happened and how tall are you now? Just having fun, of course. You're right. I wish Paul would give it a couple weeks before he starts what you're talking about.

[@TNT-projects]

Paul, your body will need to heal the arm. Don’t fight it. You will need extra snoozes… don’t mess up the healing joint.

[@robd3747]

Ya Paul, you need to take at least a couple weeks to get the healing going. Getting at it too soon can cause more pain and suffering later!

[@imagseer]

@@robd3747 Yes, that is SO important and you're not 20 anymore so heal it smarter.

[@harpintn]

He will also need a higher caloric intake, and extra calcium to help the healing process. Remember that healing takes a lot of energy and nutrients.

[@kennethbrown8723]

And if all else fails…follow your doctor’s advice! 😂

[@CORNDODGER]

BS DONT BABY IT PERIOD I have torn myself up a few times IF YOU BABY IT IT TAKES LONGER TO GET BACK TO LIFE PERIOD

[@TexasTimelapse]

I say you go buy Michelle a pair of overalls and supervise her in the shop until you heal. Those would make for some good videos.

[@boblyon1183]

Yea it would

[@Stickinit]

I like how Paul, most of the time, has a resting smile face. Good job, Fab Rats crew.

[@radioguybigd]

Even when he snapped the bone in his arm right off he was still smiling! The X-ray shows it broke off in a spear!

[@lessboomer7093]

Always nice to see a family come together when you need them the most😢

[@TxRiderDave]

We will miss Landon while he is away but am very happy for his opportunity to go.

[@rmsatt1608]

Nice of you to pull the DNR out after enduring the wrath of one bad officer. 💪 Hope the arm feels better soon.

[@rsuninv]

Exactly

[@alabamamotionpictureproduc6626]

Damn fish cops

[@3GSPsMT]

Come now.. That kid was a biologist, not a game warden. Just having a grand time doing his job for low, low pay….😊

[@rmsatt1608]

Low pay but a dream job kudos to him.

[@dpbeardslee]

Paul, you remind me of a quote from Evel Knievel - "Bones heal. Chicks dig scars. Pain is temporary. Glory is forever." Hope you heal up quick - you've got a lot of work to do. ;-) :-)

[@henrycarlson7514]

So True , We must also know then to No

[@jeffmonroe9766]

Seeing Paul driving the wrecker reminded me of driving a duce and a half from Alabama to New York with a broken arm. Loads of fun and pain.

[@joshmccoy1522]

I knew a broken arm wouldn't slow you down very much, but you don't want to push it. I speak from experience!

[@mclarenscca]

I've been watching you for 3 yrs at least, and watched almost every video since Fab Rats began. You can't hide that pain from us, bless you brother (I could tell when you helped the ranger, and posted this comment) ! Working thru the pain sucks, but its what we do! You da man! ❤

[@breckjones5987]

Paul with one arm can still fix almost anything. Rest up Paul, Fabrats nation loves you guys no matter what.

[@RGP_WA]

Landon, best of luck at school! Hope all goes well for you.

[@rickwatson1000]

Boy that clean shaved face on Mr Landon looks great ! Good luck in Collage . We will miss Landon

[@69soulseeker]

Best channel, and best family on KZbin! Thanks, guys, for all your hard work and dedication to the channel. My family never skips a video! You guys are number 1 in our book.

[@Screnshaw80]

I agree but you need to check out sleeperdude too

[@paulbell1522]

Dude I feel your pain about being down. I broke my hand, had surgery on it that next Friday, got up for the weekend and went to work, did follow up Monday, that Friday back in surgery, next Monday follow up and again back in surgery the following Friday. The doc said he was making a book on me to show patients what not to do after surgery. I literally bent surgical steel pins in a 90° angle. I now have 3 plated and 36 screws in my hand. I just dont know when to stop like you! Things gotsta get done!

[@TheShop10]

Any other channel would have stopped posting for weeks or months. Paul is badass. There's no quit in him.

[@jimmccabe801]

Its so hard to stay down when we're broken. Thanks for another great video.

[@jimedge8301]

Was just sitting here drinking coffee waiting patiently for Paul to show up.😄🙏

[@davidcampbell4465]

Did u offer him a cup?😅

[@MrMadhousedave]

One man’s pain and problems are all your kids opportunity to grow and learn. Anytime you can take it easy Paul do it brother. People are here watching and and waiting so take the time to heal. Let the family and friends share the load.

[@anotherdave5107]

I'm glad you have a family that supports you when you need them.

[@John-bx8km]

Paul...I have to respect your good ole fashioned work ethic. You've been brought up the correct way. It's installed on your boys to I see. Off to college. They're lucky to have a grass roots family with you and Michelle. Give your arm time to heal...13 screws in that arm? Bionic Paul.

[@dennispalmer6007]

As someone who has broken a few bones (most because I was young and dumb) I can tell you that keep doing as pain allows you. If it hurts stop but if you just stop using it,it will be useless when the cast finally comes off.

[@wb2dx717]

Paul, you need to chill out a bit bones do NOT, I repeat NOT heal OverNite! now is the time to actually drive what you have fixed up, put the firebird in the wind and put some miles on the ole girl. I'm sure that Mechelle would love a road trip to catch up with some friends. Better yet take a drive up and visit Ben. when was the last time you just hung out with ben? that would make for a grand video, y'all sitting round the campfire spinning tales of the past. great stuff indeed. and for cry in in the mud listen to the wife. ya stubborn ole mule lol get well soon .

[@glenterrill2948]

Like this idea. Would mind seeing some brotherly pestering of ole Ben again.

[@kennethbrown8723]

We all care about Paul and hope his arm heals properly, but telling him what he should do and/or who he should visit is none of your or anyone else’s business!

[@glenterrill2948]

Just giving him video ideas that doesn't work the arm. Chill out Francis. ​@@kennethbrown8723

[@wb2dx717]

@@kennethbrown8723 ever hear of offering a SUGGESTION? Just where did I say he HAD TO do anything. you need to look at yourself before attacking someone else chump

[@terencegrams5799]

I mean he actually isn't doing any harm doing what he's doing. They put a plate and screws in he'll be fine. I've broken my arm pretty good and opted out of surgery. Was recommended to still use hand and move arm just no lifting.

[@davidbruin4381]

I really miss working on vehicles of all kinds. But the basics like you did today I miss the most. Getting your kids to help out more would be great for all of you 😊

[@tomfisher2968]

I'm watching this channel no matter the content. I like the family dynamics. Paul, try to let your arm heal a bit more. Keep up the good work all of you.

[@greggd1]

Paul, don’t listen to all these people telling you to rest. You’ll be fine. I’ve had multiple surgeries both wrist and elbow. What’s a little pain in the grand scheme of things??? Love you guys.

[@kingranch8516]

Gotta keep moving

[@harpintn]

@@kingranch8516 Keep moving, yes. Over doing it will only slow down the healing process.

[@TheGrateful55]

Motion is lotion!

[@thebrowns5337]

​@@harpintn said no one ever. It's pinned, plated, splinted, wrapped and in a sling. Only way he's going to slow down healing is if he launches as a human canonball. Being in bed would just make for a weak mend. You need bloodflow and a little movement. It's like running makes your shin bones stronger... the body is always healling, movement and a little stress helps it heal better.

[@jasonbarnett1256]

@@thebrowns5337 You're not right. This is a spiral fracture and the parts that need to heal don't just need stability from the plate they screwed in, they also need the body to have the resources to create a lot of new bone, heal marrow, capillaries and nerve endings which are embedded throughout the surface of the bone. If he keeps this up he may not make a full recovery and he'll always be compromised. Or, ya know, rub some dirt on it, cause that's what a caveman would have done, right?

[@BOVAction]

Replace the stock steering shaft with one from an '84-'00 Cherokee to get rid of the stock rag joint causing that last ~2" of play in the steering wheel on the free truck 👍

[@Jay78801]

My dad had a paralyzed right arm for 25 years before he passed. You wound not believe the stuff he could still do. Driving a manual dump truck( class A ) shifting left handed was a show! Taught me a lot. If he could do it no excuse for me.

[@bearsnavy6805]

It is always nice to see how much your kids enjoy working with you; I was the same way with my dad...moments you always need to cherish...

[@spencerd76]

Tighten up that sling so your elbow is at a 90 degree or slightly more bend. That will help keep swelling down. Best wishes buddy

[@SeaSausalito]

Paul, good attitude and upbeat spirit so rare these days. No swearing, makes this a very likable channel. Also, new Fab Rat gloves are great, fall here where we live, use them all the time.

[@bigbryanmitchell]

Well, good luck to Landon in college. Hope he does good. Not sure what he’s taking but I’m sure it’s something. practical, hope your arm heals up quick and right.🙏🙏🙏

[@lonniemuncy1005]

Probably basket weaving or gender studies lol(joking)Landon semes like a practical younge guy.Good luck in college.

[@Smokeybear020]

Good to see your still keeping it going Paul, listen to the boss so you heal with fewer complications.... I also want to compliment Michelle.... She is a changed gal - in a good way... Keep doing what ever it is... cause its WORKING... looking good girl.

[@theburtseoni]

Paul, you just need to take it easy for a few weeks, don't try and rush things. I do know your frustration, I have been there and done that myself, and you feel the intense self inflicted pressure to hurry up and get things done! We are all with you guys!

[@DaveS987]

I pull the button off the top off all my ball caps, they are designed to hurt the top of your head and don’t hold the cap together anymore, they are just decorative.

[@henrycarlson7514]

So wise , Thank you . I do thank you for sharing . Happy healing . Teaching others how , and sharing knowlege is a good thing . Learning from what we do , and listening to wise people is Good

[@imafarmboy2]

My trailers just got a good coat of used engine oil on the boards yesterday. You can't beat free.99

[@mikedesilets3324]

I've heard that works great. I think I'll have to try it.

[@craigbosch7465]

@@mikedesilets3324 It's messy. You can't kneel down or lay on your back under the towed vehicle. Especially when it's fresh.

[@mikedesilets3324]

@@craigbosch7465 Does it stay semi fresh? How long?

[@johnculver3294]

My 1st new Full Size truck was a black 1997 Chevrolet Cheyenne 4x4 with the chrome package, gray interior, carpet delete and steel wheels. Regular cab with a short bed. Special ordered that truck and drove it for 10 years. Had kids and had to trade it for an extended cab. My favorite vehicle that I’ve owned to this day! The old shop truck brings back a lot of memories.

[@johnkirby6547]

Glad to see you are using your fingers better, it's good to keep things moving, less physical therapy after.

[@williamgodby6214]

My favorite channel with the best content. I retired this year, hope to visit you guys next year. Praying for you and your family. Give yourself time to heal.

[@joebethune5330]

Paul be careful You need to take it easy the pain doesn't go away like it used too

[@JamesShuta]

Glad your ok i don't know what happened I've been off grid for three weeks

[@shirleyallen6072]

Paul you hav a wonderful family, and supporting wife. Blessings Landon as you go off to college.

[@stevevanpatten1372]

Paul Cox please keep me posted on your doing. You & your entire family are in my Prayer's right now. ❤❤❤❤

[@dougreed9843]

Grandma is so funny, I'm using my good eye, she adds alot of humor my family would be like... Love them moms always...

[@tudor.turtle1958]

Michelle your looking good. You've been working out. I understand some say bad things about y'all. I miss you on the channel. I enjoy your witty and spunky personally. Haters will hate.

[@alanm.4298]

I sympathize with you and your arm, Paul. While I never broke mine, I ended up with my right arm in a sling for a long time... twice! First time I was racing my motocross bike, the brakes faded and I went straight into a wall, over the handlebars, jamming my helmet into my chest and breaking my collar bone. Didn't realize it was broken until I tried to pick the bike up and ride it back, load it into my van. I tried to tough it out for a couple days, but finally went to a military hospital for an x-ray. They confirmed it was broken and told me I'd already set the bone, probably when I picked the bike up after the accident. Gave me an olive drab sling and told me to take it easy the next few weeks. The worst parts with an immobilized arm were taking showers and trying to sleep. Luckily, "soap on a rope" was a big thing back then, so that could serve as a sling in the shower. (No cast for a broken collar bone, though.) Worse, I couldn't get any sleep. Had to lay on my left side, and would roll over as soon as I nodded off, waking up with the sharp pain! I ended up sleeping on a sofa for several weeks... couldn't roll over in my sleep on that! Several years later, while in college, I had an all too similar accident on my bicycle. One morning pedaling to class at a pretty good clip, I pressed the brake lever to slow down and it broke off the handlebar, swung down into the front wheel spokes and brought the bike to an instant halt! I went over the handlebars again! This time nothing broke but I severely jammed my right wrist and elbow when I landed on the pavement. Off to the clinic for another sling to use for several weeks! This was during mid-term exams and I'm right-handed... but I was on some pretty serious pain killers and verrry relaxed. That's possibly why I did great on all my mid-terms. Even so, I don't recommend anyone try this method of test-taking.

[@moabwheeling1305]

Landon is such a great kid always willing to help his dad. Michelle you have lost a lot of weight and you're looking really good . Keep up the good work Michelle. I myself have been on a diet for about 9 months now and have lost 50lbs .I went from 306lbs to 256 lbs and I have no intentions of ever going back. Paul I'm glad your arm is getting better and you will be back to you're old self soon. Going to be strange without Landon being around kinda like there is no Hunter. Take care and catch you on your next video.

[@steveclark4291]

Thank you Paul and crew for the update on how you all are doing there in Utah !

[@donovanyazzie2615]

Welcome to the hardware club. It will be the best weather man you ever will have. Mine is dull ache snow, sharp pain heavy rain lol. But thank the lord you walked away and your kids aren't hurt.

[@micah6855]

Good to see the fingers wiggling. Praying for a speedy recovery

[@noahward82]

Glad you are up and at it Paul. Speedy recovery.

[@michaeltablet8577]

Praying for you to have a speedy recovery! God bless you and your family!

[@isomer13]

You'll make it. Thanks, Paul.

[@patrickb5656]

You are a trooper, Paul. Terrible timing on Landon and Sean leaving. I broke my arm twice. Once after a motorcycle crash 5 miles in the bush, that I had to walk out from. Feinted twice, Not fun. I am shocked you weren't in severe pain after you broke it. That adrenalin from the competition saved you. Powerful mojo that is!

[@lonhoschar1943]

Glad to see you're up and around! Even with a busted wing, you still get stuff done. It's really nice to have kids there to help.

[@paulcooper9135]

Recovery only works if you let it recover. Rehabilitation is when you can start pushing things. I'm sure you already know that ... but ... we care ... and completely understand if you "slack off" for a while. Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

[@briansaysdie]

Hope you take it easy with the arm for a proper recovery. We’ll be here to watch what you can share or will be waiting until you’re ready. Take care!

[@lloydprunier4415]

Take care of that arm! I had the same thing back when I was 26 now I'm now 80. Started using the arm too soon and popped a tendon they had to cut and sew back to put the pin in. Lost the full movement of my thumb even after a second surgery. I was stirring a 5 gallon can of paint when the tendon popped. The older we get the slower we heal.

[@travisgauthier1836]

I ripped my tendon off this spring the 4 months of recovery was awful I would have taken a broken arm any day

[@craigpimlott204]

@@travisgauthier1836been there after a motorbike accident .tore the tendon off the back of my leg and ripped the calf muscle .the pain is like nothing I’ve ever felt before .my leg was all the colours of the rainbow yellow ,purple 😂 when it started to heal it was like excruciating Cramp for 24 hours a day seven days a week .that was with trying to do too much too soon ..

[@lisathomas8498]

Glad to see you are up and at them again. Do Jace a favour and get him an extension pole for the roller so that he can apply the linseed oil while standing up. It is a hundred times easier.

[@byronknutson1452]

Rest up brother, send your boys

[@RobDeHaven]

Great example of toughing it out. Well done Paul!

[@bradleymadosh911]

Good to see you back at the shop again. Glad a broken arm isn't stopping you from doing what you love to do. Build sweet Rides💯

[@robhawthorne6892]

Take it Ezbrother.. we can wait.. feel better soon

[@joshuamiller3963]

Hope you heal sooner than later Paul take care of you

[@jimandnena4]

Every time you finish a rescue, you say, "now back to work"! Rescues ARE work. 😁

[@Beandiptheredneck]

Do what you love and you'll never work a day like your life, Paul clearly loves playing in the dirt in 4x4s, so it likely just borders on work 😂

[@scottcochran384]

Now's the time to be more of a "supervisor" then a mechanic... get healed up and teach the boys all at the same time...

[@randymack2222]

Fab rats therapy method: Work till it hurts, then finish the project you started! Coincidentally, this is also the family farm method...

[@Mattyteze]

Good to see your fingers starting to fing again.

[@ianhodgetts8266]

Paul, I take my hat off to you, still working doing what ever you can. Good on you is what i say and show the ones that won't lift a finger in similar circumstances, a little pain doesn't hurt much, just get on with it, and the pain won't be noticed.

[@EthelJung-j5w]

My dad was a good dad when my sister brother and I were children but then drugs and alcohol came in and ruined our lives but God is good and now I’m sober after 20 years of addiction, 7 years clean all due to my Lord and savior Jesus Christ

[@Ryan-ho9tz]

Dear Paul as a man of a similar vintage that physically works for a living am truly sympathetic brother.

[@Flip4Ford]

and Landon has a pocket knife!! :-) Good Help right there!

[@bardricmacgregore4863]

I feel you. Broke my arm last year. Still twinges on a rainy day. Get better man. We need your production..

[@shedtested27]

Huge respect working with a broken arm...true grit

[@justinthomas2458]

I do my trailer decks once a year with used motor oil. It works great and the fact my used oil has another use feels pretty good

[@edvela5274]

Hey Paul, heard about your accident give it time will take a while to heal. Don’t push it. Love the channel love the content.

[@quinnjones60]

Paul is a good guy and great dad

[@arvilchristiansen9076]

Good to see your still at it. Some would just give up. Thanks for all your strength.

[@GeorgeT6566]

Can't keep a good man down. Thanks for the video brother and take care of that arm.

[@3rdpig]

I pulled a friend of mine out of a ditch when I had a broken leg and a full leg cast. I propped the cast on the clutch pedal and pushed the top of the cast with my hand to operate the clutch. Fortunately I did have help, unfortunately she wasn't much help! Fun times!

[@chiefvilla3167]

Wish you luck with that arm. 🙏🏽.

[@Keinandrew3]

Howdy fabrats praying for a quick recovery Paul

[@BruceLucky-v9s]

Paul as long as your arms in that cast that's your idler arm

[@FordMasterTravis]

I mix the linseed oil with diesel and use a pump sprayer to apply it to my trailer decks

[@iamgrowler]

I made the mistake of continuing to use a similarly shattered arm. I paid for it by requiring two very painful bone grafts. Yeah. They took chunks of bone out of both of my hips on two separate occasions because I wouldn't follow the Dr's. directions.

[@1944chevytruck]

GOOD JOB EVERYONE!

[@simonmcdonald1714]

when the wood is really dense and doesn't want to take on the linsead or teak oil, mix it 50/50 with turpentine and apply it. soaks in good and deep and second neat coat goes on better. used to use this on really old oak in France

[@jhaedtler]

At least you're still mobile! When I broke my left arm I was in traction for 3 1/2 weeks! Thank for the great videos!

[@SQUIDX1973]

Hey Paul, glad you're back in the game of towing. Broken arm and all. You shouldn't be alone in a time of healing. Hopefully you'll heal quickly and continue your great videos. Stay safe Paul. From Orlando Florida.

[@larrydavidson3402]

Wishing you a speedy recovery Paul.

[@sandyca1106]

DIMMER SWITCH ... That's what's wrong with my vehicle, thanks for showing me how I can fix mine!

[@davidkilts1670]

Paul, I bet that speed handle on your tow truck steering wheel is handy right now. I hope you heal up quick. Thanks for the video!

[@sockoblocko]

I know how much it hurts to hit your head on stuff. Paul is a badass, plain and simple.

[@shermburres4455]

Feel better Paul,love seeing your posts

[@dougmiller951]

Glad to hear the arm is on the mend

[@MarkPappenheim]

Once apon a time i tangled with a split rim wheel an broke my right dominant arm in eight places an as a mechanic it was hell to loose use of an arm. Take it easy and let the process of healing do its thing! An do your therapy damn it!

[@lonnieb.1836]

Doing great for a broken body part. Hopefully you have something good to help with pain... I was amazed when you were out there in the work area like nothing had happened....almost. I knew your wife would come get you when you had been out there long enough. It is what we do. Enjoying how the truck is coming along as well. Be safe and don't trip on anything!

[@IraZuspan]

Know how ya feel with the broken arm,, had both broken twice. Didn't have to have surgery on them though, even had both wrist broke and quit counting the ankles. Old man Arthur will help us know when cold weather sets in, hope it heals quick. If your arm starts to itch put some baby powder down in the cast if you can, helped mine. Keep up the good work, and hope ya didn't bend the lift arm when ya hit it