Cali, I was kicked in the back and broke two vertebrae a year ago. I didn't post a topic about it. I went to the hospital. I've also been kicked in the head, and went to a doctor then, too. but I guess it was easier for me because I actually had people around me who gave a shit about my well-being and called ambulances in both instances. Granted, last night's injury + the ankle were both lesser, but it still stands to reason that when you post about an injury, don't be surprised when people suggest you go have it checked out. You've also got to understand that people WILL have a hard time reading about how you go right back to work, feeling like crap or hurting because you care more about your employers' horses than your own health.