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Lovetodream88 · 01-30-2012, 08:11 PM

Oh wow I'm sorry you fell and I hope it starts feeling better soon. I don't really have any ideas about playing but with treats I have taught Callie to either catch them or go chase them.

yorkiedallas · 01-30-2012, 08:12 PM

I am sorry about your injury, that sound very uncomfortable. Can you lay on your bed and have your husband boost them up for you? I was thinking cat toys, like the toy on a string with a stick, or a laser pointer. Maybe the tennis ball throwing thing I see people with at the dog park.

Feel better soon. Maybe try acupuncture of a good chiropractor to help you get better. The dogs will survive and they have each other, you worry about you first. Animals know when their people are not well. You may just have to cuddle them in bed and they will love that.

Aviendah · 01-30-2012, 08:22 PM

You might consider trying one of the exercise/fitness balls. That way you can adjust how you're sitting by leaning forward a bit balancing on the ball. This should help you reach your pups to be able to play with them. I also fractured my tailbone and it was a miserable experience. I found balancing on the ball leaning forward with my knees apart and my hands braced on my knees was the most comfortable for me. Good luck!

YorkOfTheShire · 01-30-2012, 08:59 PM

Hi,

The Cloud 9 bed that I ordered came today. The furkids adore it...and won't share it, so I'm ordering another one this week. It is doing a great job of keeping them occupied. They spend their time shoving the other one off of it. I hope it keeps occupying them long enough for me to heal up.

I'm able to throw the ball and other toys for them while laying sideways and my husband hands it back to me. THANK YOU for the suggestion about the pillow between my legs..that helps a LOT. I came here asking for doggy help and got help for me too. :')

Why they said it could take a year I have no idea. They didn't say it would..they said it could. I also have troch-bursitis in my hips (had that before) and that could be a reason...I didn't even ask.

In any case...thanks for all the suggestions! I'll try all of them. :'') I just love this community.

Sorry for not putting this in off topic.

going back to the couch now.

Thanks a million YTers

YorkOfTheShire · 01-30-2012, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aviendah

You might consider trying one of the exercise/fitness balls. That way you can adjust how you're sitting by leaning forward a bit balancing on the ball. This should help you reach your pups to be able to play with them. I also fractured my tailbone and it was a miserable experience. I found balancing on the ball leaning forward with my knees apart and my hands braced on my knees was the most comfortable for me. Good luck!

I might just go get one of those balls.

I'm sorry to those here who have gone through this. I had no idea, and never would have imagined, that a tailbone could hurt this much.

givemecouture · 01-30-2012, 09:14 PM

I hope you feel better soon! Until then tossing them treats is fun-they will love it. Getting a long rope for tug a war while standing. Putting them on a high counter or table to get some good rubs and kisses while you are standing.

Wish I had more suggestions for u!

My guy Charles · 01-30-2012, 09:24 PM

Ohhhh, and OUCH!! I did that very same thing a few years ago.... So, I know how painful it is! It does take a long time to heal...but the pain isn't constant for that long. You are in the worst part right now. From my memory the first week was the worst- then you just have to be careful how and what you sit on. That's what takes the longest to recover from....you will sit down and if the chair hits you funny it hurts. I am sorry I can't give you a magic quick fix! Just take it easy and let your body heal.

ladyjane · 01-30-2012, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YorkOfTheShire

Hi,

The Cloud 9 bed that I ordered came today. The furkids adore it...and won't share it, so I'm ordering another one this week. It is doing a great job of keeping them occupied. They spend their time shoving the other one off of it. I hope it keeps occupying them long enough for me to heal up.

I'm able to throw the ball and other toys for them while laying sideways and my husband hands it back to me. THANK YOU for the suggestion about the pillow between my legs..that helps a LOT. I came here asking for doggy help and got help for me too. :')

Why they said it could take a year I have no idea. They didn't say it would..they said it could. I also have troch-bursitis in my hips (had that before) and that could be a reason...I didn't even ask.

In any case...thanks for all the suggestions! I'll try all of them. :'') I just love this community.

Sorry for not putting this in off topic.

going back to the couch now.

Thanks a million YTers

Maybe the Cloud Nine bed would be comfortable for YOU!!

So glad your pups love it.

DvlshAngel985 · 01-30-2012, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

When lying on your side, it helps to put a pillow between your knees. That will reduce your discomfort.

I've had surgery twice on my tailbone. Those donut things don't help.

Sorry OP. I don't have any ideas for you. Feel better! I know what that's like.

Charlie_Boy2011 · 01-30-2012, 10:16 PM

Hi, I use a wheelchair for mobility due to injuries I received from a motor vehicle accident when I was 20. So I don't have the option of getting on the floor unassisted with my puppy and that's hard but I've found ways around it. I can lean over and pick him up, his toys, give him treats etc. Since it's painful for you to bend over a cheap toy would be to braid some fleece fabric into a long enough rope and just tie the ends off. Although I can train Charlie by leaning over in my chair, I prefer in the beginning stages to place him on the couch in front of me so we are at the same level. I also sit on my chaise lounge or bed and play with him too. Laying on stomach would work fine too just to have that closeness. And it's easy to lift him from floor onto bed etc from laying position too. I know how hard it is not to be able to get down and wrestle with them though. I'm totally independent...do everything for him, play, bathe, walk him, drive him all over...you name it but it hurts when I see how much fun he has with others on the floor knowing that I can't do that with him on my own.

MikaTallulah · 01-31-2012, 06:19 PM

I have broken mine twice. No fun.

BabyFidgette · 01-31-2012, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by julietravels

I fractured my tailbone while on vacation. I totally understand. It took 6 weeks to quit hurting. Not sure why you were told a year. I sat on a blow up neck pillow that I have for flying. It was the only way I could sit down.

I fell down three iced concrete steps outside and wacked my skull and fell on my tailbone two years ago. No broken bones anywhere. What a miracle. My friends told me that my tailbone would hurt for YEARS. And they were correct. It took a very long time to heal. To this day if I sit on a seat with no cushion for too long it hurts getting up.

To the OP: So sorry you fell! I know it hurts like h*ll, and I didn't even crack mine. Get a donut pillow to sit on to take pressure off the spine and ice it too. Feel better!

southernbelle04 · 01-31-2012, 06:30 PM

Oh my! Bless your heart! I have no experience with that kind of thing, but I did want to say that I hope you get to feeling better. I will be praying for you. My heart goes out to you!!!

Micah my love · 01-31-2012, 06:38 PM

So sorry i hope you get some fast relief

TxVicki · 01-31-2012, 06:42 PM

Oh my goodness , OUCH, OUCH !!! I am so sorry you ahd this happen. I can pray that you feel better soon.

01-30-2012, 08:11 PM	#16
Lovetodream88 Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md Posts: 23,249	Oh wow I'm sorry you fell and I hope it starts feeling better soon. I don't really have any ideas about playing but with treats I have taught Callie to either catch them or go chase them. __________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart!

01-30-2012, 08:22 PM	#18
Aviendah Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Iowa Posts: 108	You might consider trying one of the exercise/fitness balls. That way you can adjust how you're sitting by leaning forward a bit balancing on the ball. This should help you reach your pups to be able to play with them. I also fractured my tailbone and it was a miserable experience. I found balancing on the ball leaning forward with my knees apart and my hands braced on my knees was the most comfortable for me. Good luck! __________________ ~RachelBella~

01-30-2012, 08:59 PM	#19
YorkOfTheShire BANNED! Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Missouri, USA Posts: 383	Hi, The Cloud 9 bed that I ordered came today. The furkids adore it...and won't share it, so I'm ordering another one this week. It is doing a great job of keeping them occupied. They spend their time shoving the other one off of it. I hope it keeps occupying them long enough for me to heal up. I'm able to throw the ball and other toys for them while laying sideways and my husband hands it back to me. THANK YOU for the suggestion about the pillow between my legs..that helps a LOT. I came here asking for doggy help and got help for me too. :') Why they said it could take a year I have no idea. They didn't say it would..they said it could. I also have troch-bursitis in my hips (had that before) and that could be a reason...I didn't even ask. In any case...thanks for all the suggestions! I'll try all of them. :'') I just love this community. Sorry for not putting this in off topic. going back to the couch now. Thanks a million YTers Attached Thumbnails

01-30-2012, 09:14 PM	#21
givemecouture Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: TX Posts: 402	I hope you feel better soon! Until then tossing them treats is fun-they will love it. Getting a long rope for tug a war while standing. Putting them on a high counter or table to get some good rubs and kisses while you are standing. Wish I had more suggestions for u! __________________ Mommy to Sir Strudel McFierce

01-31-2012, 06:19 PM	#26
MikaTallulah YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 1,812	I have broken mine twice. No fun. __________________ Beware of Nestle Purina Cozy (4/06), Roxy & Zoey (2/08), Lucy (4/09); Buddy 4/09- Rescued 12/11); Mika ('98) & Tallulah ('00) RIP Harley 4/2009; Lucky 11/2010; Zoey 4/2012

01-30-2012, 08:12 PM	#17
yorkiedallas Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 220	I am sorry about your injury, that sound very uncomfortable. Can you lay on your bed and have your husband boost them up for you? I was thinking cat toys, like the toy on a string with a stick, or a laser pointer. Maybe the tennis ball throwing thing I see people with at the dog park. Feel better soon. Maybe try acupuncture of a good chiropractor to help you get better. The dogs will survive and they have each other, you worry about you first. Animals know when their people are not well. You may just have to cuddle them in bed and they will love that.

01-30-2012, 09:24 PM	#22
My guy Charles Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Home Sweet Home Posts: 174	Ohhhh, and OUCH!! I did that very same thing a few years ago.... So, I know how painful it is! It does take a long time to heal...but the pain isn't constant for that long. You are in the worst part right now. From my memory the first week was the worst- then you just have to be careful how and what you sit on. That's what takes the longest to recover from....you will sit down and if the chair hits you funny it hurts. I am sorry I can't give you a magic quick fix! Just take it easy and let your body heal.

01-30-2012, 10:16 PM	#25
Charlie_Boy2011 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Nebraska Posts: 134	Hi, I use a wheelchair for mobility due to injuries I received from a motor vehicle accident when I was 20. So I don't have the option of getting on the floor unassisted with my puppy and that's hard but I've found ways around it. I can lean over and pick him up, his toys, give him treats etc. Since it's painful for you to bend over a cheap toy would be to braid some fleece fabric into a long enough rope and just tie the ends off. Although I can train Charlie by leaning over in my chair, I prefer in the beginning stages to place him on the couch in front of me so we are at the same level. I also sit on my chaise lounge or bed and play with him too. Laying on stomach would work fine too just to have that closeness. And it's easy to lift him from floor onto bed etc from laying position too. I know how hard it is not to be able to get down and wrestle with them though. I'm totally independent...do everything for him, play, bathe, walk him, drive him all over...you name it but it hurts when I see how much fun he has with others on the floor knowing that I can't do that with him on my own.

01-31-2012, 06:30 PM	#28
southernbelle04 Katie Scarlett's Mommy Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sweet Home Alabama Posts: 7,554 Blog Entries: 1	Oh my! Bless your heart! I have no experience with that kind of thing, but I did want to say that I hope you get to feeling better. I will be praying for you. My heart goes out to you!!! __________________ Aymee & Katie Scarlett

01-31-2012, 06:38 PM	#29
Micah my love Donating YT 100K Club Member & Top YorkieTalk Poster! Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: western KY Posts: 108,935	So sorry i hope you get some fast relief __________________ Betty & Micah my love + Yogi

01-31-2012, 06:42 PM	#30
TxVicki Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: At Home Posts: 8,386	Oh my goodness , OUCH, OUCH !!! I am so sorry you ahd this happen. I can pray that you feel better soon. __________________ [SIZE="3"VICKI & ALLIE[/SIZE]