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ShazzieB

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28. Whoa, how scary!

Reply to Marthe48 (Original post)

Tue Dec 9, 2025, 01:35 AM

Dec 9

Sure hope you didn't suffer anything more than minor injuries.

I don't have dogs, but I have fallen way too many times without any help! I always seem to land on my knees, and my left one is pretty beat up at this point. I know I need to learn how to avoid falls, but I've been a klutz my entire life and that doesn't seem likely to change at this late date. Still, I know the stakes are getting higher the older I get.

One problem I've become aware of is that my balance isn't what it used to be. I purchased a cane a few months ago, to use when I know I'm going to be walking on surfaces that are bumpy or irregular, and it's a big help in those situations. But I can trip over nothing while walking on a perfectly smooth surface, so I don't know, maybe I need to start using it a lot more.

This post has been a wakeup call for me. I know I need to start paying a LOT more attention to this issue. I know there are exercises that can improve one's balance, and I need to look into that!

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My grand dog pulled me down [View all] Marthe48 Dec 8 OP

I know you'll be cautious - but I hope you don't need a trip to the ER Diamond_Dog Dec 8 #1

This message was self-deleted by its author John1956PA Dec 8 #3

Tell me more! Marthe48 Dec 8 #4

I'm sorry you fell leftieNanner Dec 8 #2

He's done so well on it Marthe48 Dec 8 #6

I am so sorry, dear. Self monitor and keep in close contact with your daughter. John1956PA Dec 8 #5

If you are on a blood thinner, get checked out Delmette2.0 Dec 8 #25

Thank you Marthe48 Dec 8 #7

Being you hit your head CountAllVotes Dec 8 #8

I agree. Especially if you are on a blood thinner for any reason. 3catwoman3 Dec 8 #9

hitting your head is no joke! CountAllVotes Dec 8 #11

Yes to both of those GreatGazoo Dec 9 #29

If you hit your head you need to be checked. Polly Hennessey Dec 8 #10

I don't practice what I preach. Last year I was walking with some Nike running shoes that have many miles on them. CentralMass Dec 8 #13

That was quite a fall Marthe48 Dec 8 #15

Dogs are the best. I'm glad you are ok. CentralMass Dec 8 #22

Same. I have never bought Nike shoes again. Zackzzzz Dec 8 #20

Elderly people who fall and hit their head should look for the following symptoms, as they may indicate a serious brain CentralMass Dec 8 #12

It's been over 2 hours Marthe48 Dec 8 #14

Healing vibes on the way to you, Marthe SheltieLover Dec 8 #16

Please get checked out. murielm99 Dec 8 #17

I'm sorry for this happening... we all know the dogs didn't mean to do it, slightlv Dec 8 #18

You had it worse than I do Marthe48 Dec 8 #21

Healed, but *very* careful around my Lexy pup! slightlv Dec 8 #23

When I can get up after a fall... FoggyLake Dec 8 #19

LOL! You're on the right track... I swear, we're overrun with zombies these days! slightlv Dec 8 #24

The best thing to walk a big dog on is a chain training collar Bayard Dec 8 #26

My daughter said she'll put a different collar on the dog Marthe48 Dec 9 #33

Please give us an update on your condition. MIButterfly Dec 9 #27

So far, so good, thanks! Marthe48 Dec 9 #32

Glad to hear you're okay! MIButterfly Dec 9 #34

Whoa, how scary! ShazzieB Dec 9 #28

If you could consult an occupational therapist Marthe48 Dec 9 #31

Update: sore but doing ok Marthe48 Dec 9 #30

So glad to hear you are OK. 3catwoman3 Dec 9 #36

Take care. Be vigilant. applegrove Dec 9 #35

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