So...I broke a bone in my hand

[ProfessorCracker]

Finally feeling race ready. Wattage was up, weight was down. Having fun on the bike.
Stupidly, i was doing lawn work and my lawnmower bite me! Deep laceration, stitches and I broke a bone (large bone in thumb). I meet with the Orthopedist on Tuesday. I was curious if there is a way to convince them to use a splint or a cast that can get wet? I need to be able to keep riding at least road. Was really looking forward to the rest of the season and then Cross racing. Not that i was thinking of off road or racing for the next 6 or so weeks just want to try to stay on the bike (road) Anyone have any experience or info about this?
On another note, anyone know a product liability lawyer?
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[jamesframes]

That sounds terribly unpleasant-sorry to hear. From now on, hire a neighborhood kid for the lawn.
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[GG]

So sorry to hear that!!! Heal fast and learn to love that road bike! Do you have a trainer?

[ProfessorCracker]

yes, small children heal faster. Plus they are cheap.

yeah i'm setting up my winter bike to get the position i need to stay modestly comfortable. I was on the trainer last night and it suuuuuuuuuuuuuucks!

does anyone know a Orthopedic who specializes in sports recovery?

Thanks!
Alex
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[Richard]

I broke my thumb into many pieces a few years ago and the surgeon I used from Orthopedic Associates of Dutchess County was willing to make a cast around a spare set of road bars I had so I could ride during the recovery. He took a don't fall or else attitude, but did the deed. Interview the surgeons and see who will do the work. I can't (sorry) remember his name, though. Pretty sure MTB would be out, though. Too much shock.
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