We have had our first serious Tae Kwon Do injury

Pete · 05-19-2005, 10:37 AM

And many will be disappointed that it was not me, it was Boy. While sparring last night he forgot to keep his fists and wrists clenched and took a roundhouse kick that bent his hand under. It happened in the first round and the tough little bugger sparred 2 more rounds before telling anyone. I knew it hurt because he had a teeny tear welling up.

We iced it last night and it was swollen a little this morning. He can move his fingers and does still have some range of motion in the wrist so Dr. Pete has diagnosed a bad sprain. If the swelling does not go down by tomorrow we may go for a second opinion.

I got him a kid sized wrist brace and he is "special" now. He is very upset that he will more than likely miss his belt test Saturday. He has already been explaining how he can still do it with one arm. I especially like the "well I sparred 2 rounds last night with one arm and still beat the kid so I can do it again. :tearingupdad:

He is so cool

mAlice · 05-19-2005, 10:39 AM

You should take him to the doc and have it looked at. What if it's a hairline fracture? You might put him back in the ring too soon.

*jazz lady* ^(Premo) · 05-19-2005, 10:40 AM

Tough and brave kid you've got there, Pete.

*RoseRed* ^(Premo) · 05-19-2005, 10:43 AM

Hugz to boy for me.

Pete · 05-19-2005, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by elaine

You should take him to the doc and have it looked at. What if it's a hairline fracture? You might put him back in the ring too soon.

We Pete men are tough. We only go to the doc if a bone is protruding or the duct tape and tree limb splint doesn't work.

mAlice · 05-19-2005, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete

We Pete men are tough. We only go to the doc if a bone is protruding or the duct tape and tree limb splint doesn't work.

Right on.

bresamil · 05-19-2005, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete

He is so cool

Yes he is. Brave little tyke.

Please do not change his name to Hizkewlness Boy Frosted Flakes Crunch. I'm begging you.

vraiblonde · 05-19-2005, 10:47 AM

Well, sports injuries are cool. Much cooler than falling down the stairs or something like that.

I would definitely take him in for an x-ray just to be sure. Hugs to the little guy!

fddog · 05-19-2005, 10:48 AM

Check cap refill in his fingers, Do this by pressing on a fingernail, if one takes longer to refill meaning turning red again take him to the doc

*virgovictoria* ^(Premo) · 05-19-2005, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by elaine

You should take him to the doc and have it looked at. What if it's a hairline fracture? You might put him back in the ring too soon.

better to sit out a bit now than a whole lot longer later....

if necessary, even...

05-19-2005, 10:37 AM	#1
Pete Repete Member Since: Jan 2003 Location: Hollywood Posts: 50,927	We have had our first serious Tae Kwon Do injury And many will be disappointed that it was not me, it was Boy. While sparring last night he forgot to keep his fists and wrists clenched and took a roundhouse kick that bent his hand under. It happened in the first round and the tough little bugger sparred 2 more rounds before telling anyone. I knew it hurt because he had a teeny tear welling up. We iced it last night and it was swollen a little this morning. He can move his fingers and does still have some range of motion in the wrist so Dr. Pete has diagnosed a bad sprain. If the swelling does not go down by tomorrow we may go for a second opinion. I got him a kid sized wrist brace and he is "special" now. He is very upset that he will more than likely miss his belt test Saturday. He has already been explaining how he can still do it with one arm. I especially like the "well I sparred 2 rounds last night with one arm and still beat the kid so I can do it again. :tearingupdad: He is so cool Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook
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05-19-2005, 10:39 AM	#2
mAlice professional daydreamer Member Since: Mar 2001 Location: Wonderland Posts: 33,709	You should take him to the doc and have it looked at. What if it's a hairline fracture? You might put him back in the ring too soon. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook
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05-19-2005, 10:40 AM	#3
jazz lady ^(Premo) ~~ rara avis ~~ Member Since: Sep 2001 Posts: 40,064	Tough and brave kid you've got there, Pete. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook __________________ ............................ "In the heart of the night Oh, down in New Orleans"
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vraiblonde Bored Mommy Member Since: Mar 2001 Location: Off the grid Posts: 89,078	Well, sports injuries are cool. Much cooler than falling down the stairs or something like that. I would definitely take him in for an x-ray just to be sure. Hugs to the little guy! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook
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05-19-2005, 10:48 AM	#9
fddog Bow wow Member Since: Aug 2003 Location: mechanicsville Posts: 2,391	Check cap refill in his fingers, Do this by pressing on a fingernail, if one takes longer to refill meaning turning red again take him to the doc Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook __________________ Always sip your coffee, before you dip your donut! Kids. They're not easy. But there has to be some penalty for sex. Bill Maher http://www.albinoblacksheep.com/flash/bang.php Your marriage is in trouble if your wife says, 'You're only interested in one thing,' and you can't remember what it is.Milton Berle http://www.bvfdrs.com
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