Phill.Hurst Posted November 26, 2019 #1 Share Posted November 26, 2019 So... broke my arm a few days ago and now in a cast. Called the cruise line and they suggested a medical certificate. Has anyone travelled with a cast? any issues? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lissie Posted November 27, 2019 #2 Share Posted November 27, 2019 Have you got clearance from your Dr? That's the key really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phill.Hurst Posted November 27, 2019 Author #3 Share Posted November 27, 2019 1 minute ago, lissie said: Have you got clearance from your Dr? That's the key really. Sure do. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lissie Posted November 27, 2019 #4 Share Posted November 27, 2019 (edited) 43 minutes ago, Phill.Hurst said: Sure do. Can you drink with the other arm... Sorry can't be more help - I've never broken anything - but make sure you have enough OTC and prescription meds that you may need. Edited November 27, 2019 by lissie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare GeezerCouple Posted November 27, 2019 #5 Share Posted November 27, 2019 1 hour ago, Phill.Hurst said: So... broke my arm a few days ago and now in a cast. Called the cruise line and they suggested a medical certificate. Has anyone travelled with a cast? any issues? We've never heard of a "medical certificate". We've cruised with some health problems, both chronic and temporary, and we simply notified the special needs department of each cruise line in advance. Some have a form to fill out, but it's not for medical "certification"; it's so they know what assistance you might need. Good luck! And DO make sure that you have enough pain meds for what might be extra activity, etc. GC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Big_M Posted November 27, 2019 #6 Share Posted November 27, 2019 Had a broken ankle one cruise, didn't do anything special. Speaking to staff/other passengers, it happens often enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSWP Posted November 27, 2019 #7 Share Posted November 27, 2019 If your Doctor declares you fit to travel, you should be ok with cruise line and travel insurance. Above all enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus Traveller Posted November 27, 2019 #8 Share Posted November 27, 2019 Consider the practicalities like showering in the small cabin bathroom while keeping your cast dry. Take whatever you will need to may things easier for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbeh Posted November 27, 2019 #9 Share Posted November 27, 2019 7 hours ago, lissie said: Can you drink with the other arm... Lissie, I like your style! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnomey Posted November 27, 2019 #10 Share Posted November 27, 2019 Cruised with a broken ankle, in my own wheelchair on Princess. No problems at all, ships staff were wonderful, felt like royalty! Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted November 27, 2019 #11 Share Posted November 27, 2019 Had a broken bone (in the back) every cruise, but one with a broken ankle, never had any problems above the normal. Oh forgot to mention, broke a toe one cruise when the ship rolled and I kicked a sun bed, hurt like hell couldnt put a shoe on for days, but still no real issue. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banzaii Posted November 30, 2019 #12 Share Posted November 30, 2019 If you haven't got a waterproof cast already, I suggest contacting a physio once the swelling has subsided. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSWP Posted November 30, 2019 #13 Share Posted November 30, 2019 (edited) Cruising with broken bones? Take care in the event of rough seas, hang onto those rails ! Tendering could be dodgy, take care there as well. Above all enjoy !!. Edited November 30, 2019 by NSWP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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