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Original message:>>>> On Saturday I tried to ride a supposedly "well 
broke" Arab/Saddlebred mare who reared as soon as I mounted and went 
over sideways, coming down on my right leg. No fractures, thanks in 
part, I'm sure, to my fat butt and thighs, but the leg feels seriously 
damaged. If anyone else has had a similar injury, I'd like to hear how 
long it took to heal, what kind of therapy you used, etc. I was referred 
by the ER to an orthopedic surgeon for follow-up but have no health 
insurance or money for surgery, so... any help/advice would be 
appreciated.<<<<<<

I have not seen anyone mention this, but I am assuming this was NOT your 
horse, and you were told the horse was well broke. While we know horses 
can be unpredictable, and even the best broke horses can do really dumb, 
and dangerous things, I would sure consider talking to the owner of said 
horse about medical treatment if you are having a doctor recommend it 
for you to get better.  Only you know the full situation, and what 
happened, but this might be a case where some legal help is needed to 
get you healed.
Jonni

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