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06-26-2012, 12:28 PM
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Ok, I know it's not rocket science, but after 7 months of not driving, I finally drove again. I can't believe how good it feels!
I was nervous and it is not an automatic process like it used to be for me, I had to "think" about each step. But I did it and it's the first step at getting back some of my independance. Just wanted to share it.
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Head Injury 10/2011. Diagnosed with contusion/concussion....Now PCS with Tension/Migraine combo headaches. Symptoms: focus/concentration issues, short term memory issues, nausia, dizziness, sleep problems, noise/light sensitivities, extreme fatigue, irritability, vision problems, slow processing, tingling in extremeties and a few more I can't remember. |
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06-26-2012, 01:41 PM
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Congratulations on being able to drive again! I know how exciting that must feel. Every step forward feels so rewarding. I hope your recovery continues!!
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06-26-2012, 02:28 PM
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Congratulations on this significant milestone.
Did you have to retest? In Arizona if you have a serious TBI the doctor is required to notify the MVD, then when they think you have recovered (for me that included a neuro-psych eval, reflex testing, and other OT evaluations) then they release you to retake the exam. So I had to take a behind the wheel driving test like I was 16 again! One of the best days in my recovery! Took me a while to get used to it too (6 months for me), so I think it is kind of like rocket science... or in my case, maybe the analogy should be like brain surgery!!! 
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What Happened: On November 29, 2010, I was walking across the street and was hit by a light rail commuter train. Result was a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures (skull, pelvis, ribs). Total hospital stay was two months, one in ICU followed by an additional month in neuro-rehab. Upon hospital discharge, neurological testing revealed deficits in short term memory, executive functioning, and spatial recognition. Today: Neuropsychological examination five months post-accident indicated a return to normal cognitive functioning, and I returned to work approximately 6 months after the accident. I am grateful to be alive and am looking forward to enjoying the rest of my life. |
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06-26-2012, 02:31 PM
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Congratulations!!!! whoot!!!
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March 2007, Oct. 2007, and Jan 2012 concussions sustained in martial arts/police academy training; suffering from PCS symptoms of fatigue/exertion problems,tinnitus,dizziness, overstimulation issues, photophobia. Also suffer from PTSD. So we do not lose heart. Though our outer nature is wasting away, our inner nature is being renewed every day. 2 Corinthians 4:16 |
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06-26-2012, 04:29 PM
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Hey, well done you. I so miss the independence of driving into the sunset. Hope the recovery continues x
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44 year old mum of 2. Senior zoo keeper and former prison officer. TBI and PCS symptoms all came about 3 weeks after an accident at work in February 2012 when I hit my head on the corner point of a metal barrier at brisk walking pace. Life as I knew it came to a shuddering halt that day. 20 year history of depression and anxiety now coupled with memory issues, personality change, speech and communication problems, ringing ears, impulsivity etc etc etc. Damaged people are dangerous.....they know they can survive! |
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