HypersomniacLive: I have no doubt that you're quite capable, but sometimes people are so used to do things with a certain arm/ hand and find it difficult to switch to the other, or instinctively just go to use their "good" arm/ hand. For example, I can't for the life of me unscrew bottle cups or peel boiled eggs and potatoes with my right hand. This is of course an example of no matter, but when it comes to heavier physical work, an injured arm may prove to be a serious obstacle. So, take what I said as a simple reminder, nth more was insinuated.
You don't seriously compare an arm injury with a headache here, do you? It is fine when one gets headaches as easily and often as I do; it's called protecting one's system from getting used to them so one still has effective options when needed.
Since you don't rest your arm as you should (yes, I'm sure you don't, no point in arguing about it), taking your prescribed meds and applying the cream is a must in your case, if for no other reason than to prevent it from getting worse.
That's no problem, I'm ambidexterity, so I can use both equally. Although I prefer my left for writing, not quote sure why when I can write with both. But I know not to over do it, especially when I know what would happen if I made my arm worse. It is strapped up and I have been using the medication, and only doing less physical work today. I do intend to get the greenhouse roof finally finished next week, but I will of course be taking it easy. And I know you were not insinuating anything, and I appreciate the reminder. I really do know my limitations when it comes to injuries, kind of. :-)
I am not taking all of my medication, just the cream, I am leaving the painkillers. The arm is actually very painful at times, but I do not like painkillers. I have been in much worse pain that lasted much longer than this will, so it will be fine. I tend to heal quickly and I know that in a week or so it will be on the mend and I can use it like I would normally.
But I must say, I like how sweet and caring everyone is, the thread is just full of softies :-). I like it, I think it shows just how kind and caring you all are. *big hug for Hyper*
moonshineshadow: So what will you have instead?
I don't know, I won't find out until I get home. Saturday night is the only full night I get to spend with my partner where I don't have to worry about being up early the next day for work, so we normally have a nice romantic night and a candle lit dinner together.