Cramps, come and get it. Who'd want to hear that? Not a well-adjusted with the least tolerance for physical pain, we presume.
Given you're not one with masochistic tendencies, you'd want this kind of crisis nipped in the cursed bud while waiting in line at the hospital, or for the doctor to book you in an appointment.
What are they?
BROKEN BONES
We can't tell when an accident will happen, for us rider it's just ride till dawn.
It doesn't really matter if its a fracture or dislocation, sprain, or the whole orthopedic handbook backwards.
When it hurts on the inside, and we don't mean emotional scars, you briefly yelp in pain, possibly fall to the floor, suck it up like a man and administer first aid.
1. Get some ICE (tig ta-tatlong pisong yelo ay ok na) Durugin sa ulo (I'm just kidding) Ibalot sa damit
2. Assume a comfortable resting position and elevate the body part in question for an easy headlock / rear naked choke if you want him to shut up (Not kidding) hehehe..
3. Minimize movement by supporting the said body part with your jacket or any comfortable objects around.
4. Ice the injured body part and stay that way until the medical reinforcements arrive, or one of your riding buddies decide to take you to them (Hospital)
HEAT CRAMPS
We mostly ride under the scourging heat of sun, we bring tap water but not sufficiently replacing the fluids taken out in out body. If this happens to you. Here's the [B]TIPS[/B]
1. Find somewhere to cool down. Gas stations, Tree shade, karinderia, motel or anything that will hide you from the SUN.
If you're one of these riders who bring the "abaniko" in their UBOX, ofcourse use it.
If you're in the Motel, you need to turn on the airconditioning system ofcourse. It would be better if you're with someone close to you. (Syota bro, hindi co-rider, that's gay)
2. Get hydrated. Preferably with fluids that have electrolytes in them. Yes, that would be GAY-TOREYD (Gatorade) or any drinks in similar.
3. If GAY-TOREYD isn't available, drink something you can make at home or you can make "Hinge" in a near by store or house. Mix half a tablespoon of salt in a quart of water. Drink one or two glasses.
Balaclavas are has also some salty taste after a long ride. But you can't use it. It's , you know, KADERDER!!
CHOKING
Yes, Riders love to eat. After the intense and joyful ride, we always wanted to stop by and eat.
Mang Vic's in Marilaque, Pranjetto, Lomi in Famy, Mushroom burger in Tagaytay, Digman's in Bacoor and a lot more to mention.
We riders ate too much, too fast and too soon. Now We're going to DIE.. (just kidding)
But if only if somebody else can help against. And if you're that somebody, How responsible should you be?
1. The Heimlich. Wrap your arms around the choking person behind and secure both hand just below the chest with least intention of "PANANANTSING" if the choking victim is a girl because under the chest is the JUGS Man...
2. With one fist holding the other, thumb tucked in and turned towards the direction of the party's choking stomach. Pull Pull the trigger , I mean Pull your fist forcibly towards yourself, to the victim's diaphragm (nope, hindi po ito parte ng KARBURADOR).
Nevermind how both of you look like you're doing it, PUBLICLY.
3. Pull the stunt repeatedly until you come, I mean, Until victim un-chokes.
OPEN WOUNDS
Laceration, abrasions, incisions, TOCINO and general "Malayo sa bituka" type of cuts that nonetheless look nastier especially when tear at that flap of supposedly rugged BALAT SIBUYAS skin. Open wounds bleed more profusely than usual - "usual" is when blood stays on your skin, and not drip (DRIP is not for TULO)
1. Pour some alcohol so he'll scream to death, do this if you dont like your ride buddy. (Just playing hehehehe) Find a non stretchy piece of clothing to use as tourniquet.
2. If the cloth isn't already two inches wide, Fold it so it becomes one. (Common sense)
3. Tie a knot just above the would the way you would your shoelaces, minus the bow of course.
4. Call an AMBULANCE.
