Somewhat afraid to go out with friends
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cracker
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A friend took me to lunch today. While we were conversing, my thumb suddenly came out of its socket. I could do nothing but try not to calls out and sit with my head bent, manipulating the joint until it went back in.
I am getting a bit timid about going out with someone for fear the thumb or shoulder will dislocate. It interrupts our conversation and my friend got very upset. These incidents are getting more frequent. How would you deal with this? I did explain to my friend and told her not to worry, but she was about to call the EMT's and get me to the hospital.
I am getting a bit timid about going out with someone for fear the thumb or shoulder will dislocate. It interrupts our conversation and my friend got very upset. These incidents are getting more frequent. How would you deal with this? I did explain to my friend and told her not to worry, but she was about to call the EMT's and get me to the hospital.
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Hi @cracker
Was this the first time she saw this happen? If so, she might have just been shocked and panicked.Disability Gamechanger - 2019 -
Maybe you could warn your friends before you go out, explain to them what could happen and how they can help you?Scope
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