I was hit by a motorcycle in 2009. It broke my femur-head and shattered my hip. My face was crushed and I had a TBI. To top it off, I had a broken arm. Multiple surgeries, kept me 5 weeks in the hospital, where I developed pressure sores and a blood clot. Months of physical therapy and speech therapy. I can certainly relate to what Brooke has gone through. I also had PTSD pretty bad. I didn’t want to leave the house for fear something would come out of the blue and hurt me again. People say my recovery was a miracle. I always have pain, but I’m out of the wheelchair!
How terrible! I sure hope you recover and enjoy life again. You poor thing. I guess it was certainly not your time to go. I’m sure it’s difficult to wrap your head around but maybe there’s something important left for you to discover in this life.
You did not even injure yourself, I would be so angry at the motorcyclist. I see stupid motorcyclists every single day doing such idiotic things. I am not talking about Harley riders or people just riding down the road. I am so sorry you got hit,, there is no excuse for that and I would be very wary of getting hit. I drive a car so carefully and defensively, I wish everyone would. I do not want to ever hit a person, and have them suffer as you have.
I’m happy she’s recovering and that she’s been sharing this. As an almost 50 year old, she’s making me really see how careful I need to be with even the little things because it can end with an injury like this. I physically cringe when I hear about her injury. One of my fears.
Okay, she's 56 years old and she should know better. I'm a tad younger, but I hung up my rollerblades several years ago. There's menopause and bone density loss. Also, she fell four inches to the ground and thought she was going to die? I took a terrible fall last year off my bottom step, and at no point did I think I was paralyzed or would die. Broken patella, likely, but not that I would die. What a drama queen.
@@annecaulder9495 I think that thing launched her when it went out from under her, and she fell with such force that she easily could have damaged her spine, so yes, paralysis would be my first thought, too. And she thought she might die when she had multiple complications in the hospital. People die from hospital infections. She admits it was a stupid, careless mistake. Why call her names? Looked pretty serious and painful to me, and her recovery has plainly been arduous.
I agree. When I was 53 I broke my hip just tripping over something which catapulted me and fell on my hip on a carpeted floor. Ever since then I’m very careful with everything I do. I work out but I don’t do anything that could possibly cause a trip or a fall. When I first heard of her accident I thought why was she even doing that at her age?
I’m happy she is making a Speedy recovery those who don’t have health insurance it would bankrupt a person ..I hope one day Everyone has health insurance ..
i have health insurance. It costs me $800 a month. it is so hard. My job was eliminated and I am 63 years old. Even if I had the treatments that Brooke had, my insurance would never cover the treatment
I was in physical therapy, having all of the same treatments that Brooke is having. It's not only for rich folks, commenters. If you don't have insurance, it's a different story. But this is what the ACA was supposed to be all about, GOOD coverage for ALL Americans. My family made the choice to get decent insurance, we don't regret a penny of it, since it's covered most of my treatments. I'm glad that Brooke is doing well, walking down those steps is a huge leap! I know, it's still painful for me to do, but I can, and that's the best feeling ever.
Too bad the republicans kneecapping the ACA at every turn. If only all the politicians would get onboard for decent healthcare coverage for everyone. My idea: No politician (senator or congressperson) gets healthcare coverage until everyone gets it. Tell them, "Go back to the table and hammer out what you want for yourself and then work to make it happen for everyone."
I had "good" insurance through my employer but I still had a $35 co-pay per visit to physical therapy. I had to go 3x a week for 6 weeks. It adds up especially with a couple orthopedic visits and those co-pays too.
shes a beautiful woman, glamorous seems genuine , and nice. after the controversial potspartum depression, here she is with this balancing board accident. shes quite, just working on hollywood but controversies came suddenly. i hope this is the last bad things that happen to her coz shes such a nice woman. i want her safe of her life.
Absolutely glad she is recovering. That is why old people live more cautiously then they might have earlier in life. Life becomes more fragile whether we like it or not.
You edited your comment and you didn’t change the word “old” to describe Brooke Sheilds? My goodness, she’s a hair over middle aged and in phenomenal shape. 🤦♀️
I just went through a husband with fractures on both sides of pelvis and nine broken ribs from a fall while trimming a tree. At almost 70, I live very cautiously, too. I realize I’m not in my 20s any longer.
Old people? You may feel old at 55 but many, including Brooke are youthful and vibrant. Sorry you feel this way. Lots of living left to do if you stay fit, healthy and positive.
Brooke: I fell crossing MacDougal Street and my right elbow hit the rim of the first stair on a small flight of stairs fully shattering my right elbow. Surgery done at HSS ( 6 hours) with a Trauma surgeon and physical therapy 3 times a week for 10 months at HSS. I am a fighter and did everything I was asked to do and did not slack. I am right hand dominant so it was critical to me to do the very best I could to make this right. I am permanently disabled -but not terribly noticeable -because of the nature of the injury -not because of the surgeon -who was phenomenal. Good luck to you and just keep doing what you are doing. There may be secondary issues like PTSD going forward ----don't freak out ---it is not unusual ----but don't be surprised and don't let it throw you! All the best ✨
Love Brooke! I met her after the Addams Family on Broadway and she was so kind to everyone she met backstage. What a class act! We can learn a lot from her injury and her tenacity. Wishing her all the best!
I am so happy for her healing, but can’t help but compare what her resources provide for her for both acute and rehab care vs what the common person experiences. Health care for profit is often not easily accessible and even unaffordable for far too many ppl. I wish better for all of us.
This is why the US needs national healthcare. The ine thing she didnt have to worry about was how much is this costing. It make recovery easier when you dont have the hospital admin coming in saying your insurance wont cover this or that. My ex had a neck fusion and they kicked him out of the hospital on the 3rd day. He didnt have any home care or even a proper bed or walker etc. they ended up having to do the surgery a second time because he didnt heal properly. The second time he stayed in the hospital for a whole week.
@@camillecali22 omg that’s awful. Yet not surprising, so many horror stories in our so called health care system. The number one reason for bankruptcy in this country is medical debt. Yes’m I agree we need universal health care. Health care, REAL health care is a right not a privilege.
I didn't know Brooke was injured. Glad to hear that she's recovering well. I worked with her on a movie one time, when her youngest daughter was a baby. She's such an amazing woman and was so fun to work with.
I fell on a three wheel dirt bike when I was 62 (dumb me for being on it!), and shattered my shoulder when I was in India. I felt so lucky that I was not paralyzed or dead, I know just what she means.
She has been working since she was a child so perhaps she saved money, invested well and also has good health insurance. I know not everyone has all of that and she is lucky to be able to have a good rehab. She still had a terrible fall and fracture and then complications. I’m glad to see her recovering.
Brook you surprise me every time. You’ve been an inspiration to a lot of women. You are really real. I just fall today and it was not a good feeling. So far it looks like bruising nothing major, I will be seeing the doctor Monday. Get well soon will be praying for you.
Wow. Thanks for this Brooke. I am 58 years old and have severe arthritis in my left hip and of course may be facing hip replacement surgery. I will be grateful just to be able to continue walking and having some of my mobility back. I will do my best. Take care Brooke.
After menopause (and age 55 is post-menopause) most women naturally put on weight. There is a reason for this. A fall down the steps can be the difference between a sore bum and a broken femur. I slipped and flew down a set of stairs at 62. Because of the extra padding, nothing was broken except my pride.
Well thank you for that comment. And thank you extra padding! I never thought if it that way but I am super clumsy, always got a bruise. You never know.
Also, another lesson, don't do stupid exercises like the balancing on board on foam roller. Thee arer so many balance exercises to improve your balance and still be safe!!
I’m so glad she’s getting better. I fell when I tripped over my treadmill breaking many bones in my foot and toes. I also hit my head on a solid wood foot board. Thank god no skull fractures but my foot was in excruciating pain for 6 weeks. Wouldn’t wish it on anyone
It was scary for me to get hit by a car on Halloween hell n I was all by myself in the hospital. "Brought you a celebrity today, it's Michael Myers, let me know when you get that autograph".
I also am glad she is ok. I am talking about how she says anyone can get through this when the only reason she is able is because she is rich. The average person would of lost their job and become homeless.
I fell down concrete steps and broke my knee and shattered my tibia plateau in 12/2019. It took 4 months for me to take a few steps, six months to go down my steps only backwards, and a few months later forward with a crutch going one leg at a time. I had no one to make sure I was safe. I finally drove a car after 11 months. I wonder if this woman has a clue what it takes a non millionaire to regain some soft of new normal
I'm sorry that happened to you but for brook to assume normal people with no access to high priced doctor's and personal trainers, maid's and a health club right in her house can do the same as her show's she has little empathy for reg people. She's been spoonfed since she was born and has no idea what reality is.
@@geoffeldred9483 I'd rather be able to walk than to have money like that. You never know when a driver hits you makes you paralyzed or seriously injured, just wait, you may find yourself regretting saying these things.
Thank you Brooke! Your thoughts have given me strength to keep fighting the serious issues I am facing and reminding me to take care of myself along the way!
This is why at age 64, I no longer trust any exercise where my feet are not firmly "on the ground". At least one foot anyway. Even at age 24, this is STILL a dangerous exercise. She's RIGHT this kind of exercise takes TOTAL Focus n Concentration, NO interruptions. They shoulda known better. Had NO business chatting away with her at this time. Sometimes we learn the hard way. I've had to learn a few lessons myself. 😞 I wish Brooke nothing but the best. 🙏🙏🙏
Deborah Roberts looks so lovely she’s a really good interviewer glad for Brooke Shields she was able to recover. She looks good, but for her least she was able to afford the treatments and care provided...⭐️🙏🏾⭐️
Good for you Brook! Nothing like pain to make one relish true life. On a side note...I loved your character on the Middle. Your a comic genius up there with Lucy Ball. Praying for your complete recovery!🕊💜🕊
@@Mac62671 She was at a gym in New York. That’s why there was a young man that was talking to her right before she got distracted. She also rolled her eyes when she stated that she went in the back alone, it’s likely not recommended to use the equipment alone and she knew she shouldn’t have.
I feel her pain and also her strength as I went through similar with a broken neck, hip and knee due to a drunk driver It's all about mindset and the fight to stand up and keep going and you've gotta push hard and fight hard And yes it changes your outlook on life You definitely take more time to slow down n smell the roses As i like to say each beautiful morning, Another day above the grass is a bloody great day 😀
I broke my Ankle March 8th. After surgery and physio I walked 7 miles today! It’s June 5th. It’s hard work coming back and I’m 58! You are not alone Brooke. There’s other older women who can do it too!!!
I'm glad to hear that she's recovering, but I'd hope so with her resources. She is very fortunate that they were able to get her Staph infection under control. There are a lot of videos on others who have lost limbs are a result. Again, good health care says a lot. Keep working hard to get back on both feet.
Serious injury reveals you like Brooke said and I would like to add, it also reveals those around you. I was very depressed because an injury I had revealed the character of someone I love. Thankfully I recovered, my knee will never be the same again but I can walk and I don't have a limp but do have mild pain in the injured knee and it's slightly difficult to get up from a seated position on the floor.
O M G. Brooke, keep being strong and it's ok not to strong all the time. Even as you heal, there are going to be some triggers. Work with them as part of the process. I'm sending you and your family lots of good juju.
Covid-19 shut down brought the best out and worse out in each of us. With her going through trama during all this and being able to smile and move forward shows us just how strong this beautiful woman is.
I had a total knee replacement surgery around the same time. No family allowed during inpatient rehab. The staff was totally negligent. I still cannot bend my knee, even after a manipulation under anesthesia. Doing another 6 weeks of PT. Praying I will get my mobility back. The rehab facility was just awful. They told me to stop asking for ice for my knee. A nurse yelled curse words at me for crying. I had bleeding bed sores from lying in my urine because no one answered the call bell. They didn’t treat it. I’m a vegetarian and consistently received meat. I lost weight. There’s much more. If my leg cripples me, I’m considering a lawsuit. Pandemic - no relatives for advocating = disaster. I hope Brooke was treated well.
Oh, poor Brooke😢😢😢 What a HORRIBLE ordeal. And to have to be ALONE through it. God bless and prayers for your continued healing. You are so very strong💕💕💕💯💯💯
I like a similar experience but I was going through chemo I spent 19 days in the hospital with no visitors because of Covid however I am on Medicare I don’t walk like she does I don’t get the help that she does I think it’s great that all these rich people come out and tell us oh you can do it well yeah you can do it because you got the money I wish I had someone here helping me I didn’t I hurt and I still have to go through more surgeries
Hey! I recognize that backyard! I considered buying that house 8 years ago! Turned out they would not come down to my offer. I could have changed Brook’s life! That accident never would have happened.
