I Got Injured Roller Skating! Doctor Visit Prep.

[@beeallen-hine1421]

Yes we have to be our own advocate because sometimes doctors assume stuff just by looking at us .

[@lisacapri4837]

I can’t be the ONLY one here who was waiting for you to show us that “sizzle reel” you showed the doctor! We want to see it! 😅🎉🛼

[@hungryheffy]

57! Wow, skating is an anti ageing sport I think! Totally agree about docs though- I had a slipped disc and physios only care that I can walk again, whereas I'm saying 'no, wait, I used to be able to balance and bend in different ways to skate before my injury. Sometimes they just expect the bare minimum or movement whereas we have so much more scope of ability. It's important to listen to your body, no one knows it like you do. Hope those knees are better now.

[@MarthaMyDear6]

I’m an RN - and very-beginner skater - and soooo glad you went to sports medicine physician. They’re usually very knowledgeable about ALL kinds of sports injuries. They see people with skate injuries, hockey players, etc. I know what you mean, I’m exactly your age and apprehensive about going to doctor anyways - waiting for the “condescending” attitude, etc, haha. Glad you have the video channel: “This is what I do…”😂😂😂. I alway say with knee injuries, a good physical therapist is important. You learn how to strengthen those muscles specifically surrounding the knee. Another great video, full of great empowering advice, thanks Deb!!! I always learn so much for you!

[@westcoastereastcoaster]

Do not stop until you get the appropriate answers, treatment, referrals, and someone who listens no matter age, gender, weight, psych, habits, or race. PERIOD

[@SaccoBelmonte]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Mine was the oposite. I had real bad foot pain because I was developing Morton Neuromas on each foot. Got me to the point I was disable for two weeks. I planned to tell every detail to my doctor (same feeling you had) and in my case the doctor simply sent me to take MRI's from both feet, gave me the right custom insoles I needed and my problem was 100% fixed. I swear when I was in pain I wanted my nerves OUT and I was set on that when I first talked to him (take them ooout!!), but the doctor was right and simply gave me the solution. It is still important if your doctor knows that you're passionate about the sport you do. Doctors know the importance of sports because they know what coronary arteries are. :)

[@aschuh682]

YES! I’ve only been skating a few months, but I’ve already “tweaked” my knee. 😭 I am finding I am overall out of shape and not strong enough to skate very long yet. Any chance you could give us some tips on strength building exercises for skating? I’m a bit clueless in that department. Love u Dirty!!❤

[@iharkins1]

Listen to your body. Use sports braces, stretch before you skate. You can build muscles by wearing your skates on carpet and practicing standing on one leg, doing knee bends etc. Listening to good music while you skate helps tremendously! I'm 58 and I'm gonna keep skating until I can't.

[@brandoneggar]

Always the best. Keep ruling Dirty!!!

[@SusannahPerri]

I am SO glad it turned out to not be a big deal! I also understand about doctors (and others) judging us by "typical" standards of people in our range. We must be our own advocate. Thank you for this important PSA, Dirty!

[@donaldreedii2245]

Right now I go to a gym for muscle therapy and leg strengthening. It's a long process that will take months to complete because I've lost cartilage in my left knee. I'm afraid to do threes and crossovers but it's my goal to be able to do those things again and more as I once did when I was a teen. I had to seek out a gym trainer to help me find the right exercises for all the leg and foot muscles which were week in the first place having not been on skates in about 50 years. Anyway, good for you, Deb. Your video here is inspiration for any problem to show or explain to a doctor who little time for you.

[@rylieborje1207]

I really appreciate you sharing your experience, especially your feelings prior to the doctor's visit. Being in PA (physician assistant) school, I want to make sure all the people I treat feel seen and respected once I get into practice. I want my fellow skaters to stay healthy & be able to trust their medical providers

[@yob4971]

Two weeks ago, I skinned my knee roller skating outside. I am so glad it was a skinned knee and not worse. It is healing very well. I am glad you are doing well. I got right back into my skating, and I am trying to teach myself, through your videos of course, how to skate backwards. Gonna get a helmet first lol!

[@shanegarcia5918]

Perfect timing! I broke my ankle yesterday and am seeing the podiatrist about surgery tomorrow

[@iharkins1]

See an orthopedic surgeon- preferably an ankle specialist. I had trimalleolar fracture with pins and plates after a fall skating and got sports physical therapy afterwards. I'm doing fine 2 years later. I'm 58.

[@kplicanic]

Ugh. Doctor visits always feel like a huge uphill battle. Especially in the US, and especially as a woman. :( You did an amazing job advocating for yourself!!! 💖 Hope your knee is all heeled up!!!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you so much!!

[@guttermouths]

Please share the clip you showed the Dr.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Will do!

[@imightbejenna]

I do my "knee-hab" daily! (post leg break) I am so motivated to keep having fun on skates for as long as I can!

[@LadyEmpressQueen]

Love your energy and fearlessness ❤

[@doublemdespo2785]

Sweeeeeet ✊🏾😎🛼🛼🛼🛼 speedy recovery

[@Kiskadee8388]

Don't forget how much chiropractic care with an open-minded reputable doctor can keep you moving. Proper structural alignment is also key.

[@unburdenedcatcreature]

Chiropractics is a pseudoscience! It isn’t proven to be effective. An osteopathic doctor may be helpful though. They’re licensed doctors that are more focused on treating patients holistically (at least in the US)

[@LJC123]

So great! ❤

[@CindyBallreich]

Do you remember talking to Dr. Steve? You guys got me so fit, it was crazy!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

YES!!! 🛼❤️

[@selfishbirch]

Hope youre doing ok now

[@olliekyles2159]

Being considered fat and often spraining my knees from not just skating, but dancing, and being a kindergarten teacher- I can't tell you how many times a doctor has said, "You need to exercise." Doc, I do... That's why I am in here!

[@bobbiquigley7351]

😮😮😮😮❤❤❤❤ Glad you are okay.

[@jessgirr1728]

Good idea!! What did he say to do for the sprain? I think I might have the same thing 😅

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I have exercises to do and then also just don't make bad decisions. 🤣

[@jeremyhaliski1104]

I hate going to the doctor. I mean it can be chestpain and I'll just ignore. It just seems like they only make things worse.

[@AnnLeiSoCal]

Please don't ignore chest pains, chest "pinched" sensations (unless you know it's indigestion). If it goes on over 24 hrs. Go to the emergency room.

[@Utubeuser777]

Really good information from one girl to another. What states are you on today?

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Riedell 220, Roll line Dance plates, Rollerbones Elite wheels

[@recycleonwednesdays]

I got a concussion playing an unusual sport. I sat in the ER for 8 hours. When I was finally taken to the room, my friend showed the doctor a video and every medical professional in the room immediately jumped into action. (I got hit in the face with a 4lb ball thrown at a high speed snapping my neck backwards.)

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

YES!!! That's what I'm talking about! We absolutely have to advocate for ourselves. Just explaining it doesn't know justice. By the way, what sport were they playing?

[@rebeccabay6806]

Hooverball

[@BevAMorris]

Bilateral knee replacement 12 years ago, I want skates and knee protection. What say you?

[@iharkins1]

You'll never know unless you try... start slow to build up skating muscles.

[@Sine761]

what hardness are your wheels? thanks

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Bones Team 97

[@IamAutumn_]

Were you drinking something………..DIRTY?😏

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

🥂 cheers! 🛼❤️

[@aschuh682]

🤣

[@KJ7JHN]

Hey love, you have a mission: Begin the carnivore diet. Alone, it cures diabetes, gout, autoimmune diseases, and arthritis. 3x a day 1/2 stick butter (salted) & 8oz ground meat. No sugar, no starch, no veggies, no fruit. This is your mission if you want to continue skating. 90 day challenge. I'm at day 80 something and have lost 18lbs and still going. No brain fog, zero hunger. Move it or lose it. 💙Look up Dr. Ken Berry and "The Steak and Butter Gal".

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Oh that is incredible! Keep it up. Congratulations on your success so far. This is a great plan.

[@ArnaTabitha-u4z]

Yes it's like that tweet now that pose in that lessons and all of that that you you booked in know you know it's old bones it can't be done I was called Goldilocks you were really made friends with these Woods in the bears in the bears did they build on a little spare room for you jobs on skis snowboarding I'm more cross-country skis

[@ArnaTabitha-u4z]

Oh my god what happens and doctors and stuff with paperworks in your trophies of of sports technology doctors institute of even learning how to tweaking come back from such false are you good day or I see you flying around still