Once when I was in Nam (Viet that is), we were hunkered down taking some fire from Charlie and as I rolled over to cover a grenade w/ my body to save our platoon I rolled right into a clump of Salacca. The seeds, rather than the thorns, are the most dangerous parts. MedicineNet.com notes that although puncture wounds usually bleed little, they infect easily. Treatment involves surgical removal of the plant thorn fragments and inflamed joint lining. It may affect any joint a thorn can come into contact with, such as the finger or knee joints. The worst was a nasty cut from a Copernicia alba; the recurved thorns on its petioles are like cat claws. I was just getting enthusiastic about palms and this guy had a really nice, young, mature Chamaerops humilis in his front yard. Having read the stories of Phoenix stabbings (and watching the travails of a worker who fell into the crown of a CIDP from a skyscraper ) I'm super careful around them. 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Or is there any medical treatment that might help? My knuckle swelled until I thought it would pop for about 4 days. :: (my emoticon poked his eye), Spring Valley, CA (8.5 miles inland from San Diego Bay). Woman have many more issues with calf cramps(spasms)/Achilles Tendonitis and Plantar Fasciitis that men. The worst has to be getting poked with a Phoenix roeb. I got poked in the eye once by a Rhopalostylus baueri spear. If youre a botanist, you might call these sharp outgrowths prickles, as theyre part of the outer layer of the plants stem. before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. climate, Darling Downs and Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Queensland , Australia, Copyright 2022 - International Palm Society, http://community.webshots.com/user/zacspics. You may have to register It really hurt! Had a canary island date palm leaf fall from about 15 ft driving a spine in between two fingers going a couple inches deep. In some cases, it may take surgery to discover fragments and reach a final diagnosis of plant thorn arthritis. A few months back my 15 yr. old son was sliding down an outside bannister without a shirt on, fell off into a Washingtonia that was about 4' tall. Know the symptoms and what to do if you experience them. Bled profusely and off to the hospital I went. Eliminating infection also requires surgical removal of thorn fragments. Good topic, Dean! The next would be, getting stuck with spines on a Aiphanes palm. To help prevent plant thorn arthritis, people can try to minimize contact with plants that have thorns. Wal, what about the ball sack caught in the zipper from There's Something About Mary! Display as a link instead, The other day I was taking a pic of a Carpoxylon, and grabbed the old dead leaf by the petiole to tear it off. is it just me or is trying to not get stabbed half the fun??? I've gotten stuck by the needles on my Rhapidophyllum hystrix quite a few times. Please use a different way to share. So far, no need for trips to the doctors, though that cut from the Archie came close. If you hear any of those names, stay far away from the plants. . Poked by a thorn of the palm tree can cause severe tissue damage and lead to irritation, skin burns, swelling and infection. I'm going to start a thread soon on palm garden design. My infatuation with Livistona decora has caused me injury on numerous occasions, love it, like war wounds to brag about. It can spread from the initially infected area to other parts of the body. A truly permanent imprint that will never fade or lose its glow. I have had 2 close calls with falling dead leafs, one with a W. robusta leaf crushing down a meter from me outside Tampa Aquarium while standing for a photo and another was with a Phoenix canariensis leaf which was to fall exactly where i was but i heard it break free from the palm and moved away just in time before it crushed there. I was a bloody mess and mouth was completely numb. The stab causes an acute local inflammation even if no part of the thorn remains in the affected tissue.2 Periocular date palm thorn injuries are relatively rare. But I've been sent to the ER twice this year by my beloved palms. Must be an italian thing because the cincituckians don't share much in common with those folks from up in the north. Zone 10b (Zone 11 except for once evey 10 or 20 years), Last Freeze: 2011,50 Miles North of Fairchilds. Yearly Minimum - 26 (-4C). Discuss Everything - Uncensored Offtopic Discussions and Debates Forum, If this is your first visit, be sure to Strange Climate. Always make sure your tetanus boosters are up to date after a skin wound. The disease starts with a firm, painless bump under the skin. Not a good day for that poor guy! Your previous content has been restored. Wearing sturdy garden gloves and protective eye wear while pruning palm trees or cleaning up fallen foliage is essential to prevent puncture wounds. Out-of-pocket costs may apply. Has anyone seen these tiny leaflet splinters on Phoenix? Nothing gruesome, but still worth sharing. Although all parts of sago palms are off limits, the seeds are the biggest risk factor, so stay far away from them. Hospitalization lasted more than a week and involved surgery to remove the fragments and wash out the infection. Ouch!). Surgery, including amputation, might be necessary to remove infected tissue. If you have a severe form of sporotrichosis, you doctor might start your treatment with an intravenous dose of amphotericin B followed by an antifungal medication for at least a year. Please try again. More bumps or sores might appear in the near vicinity of the original bump. They create and support wound healing. There is currently no reliable imaging scan method to diagnose plant thorn arthritis. This is because the thorn fragments can be minuscule, making them hard to identify with imaging tests. Former garden in Vista, CA. Sporotrichosis is a relatively rare infection caused by the fungus Sporothrix. In a novel, some Mafia guy's mom kept calling people who opposed her son (including the guy who eventually blew him up) a some-ba'-beesh! Some are very long and thin that it's hard to see them. Fell into the crown of a CIDP from a skyscraper! Doctors may order blood tests, biopsies of joint fluid, and ultrasound scans to diagnose plant thorn arthritis. grade play I saw many years ago too. Fortunately I held the end on, and the wound has healed, but I was really cursing when it happened , for the pain, as much for using the wrong tool for the job. Pets that get their mouths on sago palms, thorns or otherwise, often experience symptoms like depression, weakness, vomiting, runny stools, appetite loss, bruises, exhaustion, severe stomachaches, unusual thirst and bloody fecal matter. Most minor thorn injuries will heal by themselves. Are these thorns poisonous? The bacterial form of the disease is called actinomycetoma. PERFECT FOR ANY OCCASION - Start the day with a beautiful piece of drink-ware made for the perfect occasion. Inflammation of a palm tree puncture wound requires medical treatment. Next time was a couple of weeks before Thanksgiving. I'll have to remember that. If you notice any of these symptoms in your pet, get him to the vet immediately. I think the lingering pain from these is more due to actual material left in the puncture wound rather than any chemical or biological material on the spines. There are currently 1 users browsing this thread. Is the ketogenic diet right for autoimmune conditions? (n.d.). So I stayed on and the operator said I could wait til morning (as apparently thorn injuries alone can really hurt) or if I was really worried to go to a&e. Remember, too, that the plants are spiky to the touch -- another reason to keep your distance. We have a tree trimmer to handle the really tall palms and one time he got stuck deep in the thigh that caused so much pain, he went to the hospital. I've noticed that they leave little fibers in your skin that fester and stay in there for days if you don't get it out and it's painful. We avoid using tertiary references. The stab I got in my hand was bad too. And this seemed like a good way to find out. No matter what you call them, rose thorns are sharp enough to penetrate your skin and have the ability to pass infectious material into the wound, such as: These substances delivered into the skin by a thorn could result in a number of diseases, including: Read on to learn the symptoms to watch for and how to treat infections from rose thorns. We describe a case report of an 18-year-old male . Solid zone 9, I can expect at least one night in the mid to low twenties every year. It's a love-hate relationship growing these things! He was out of service for weeks with a swollen knuckle. Stretch the affected skin area gently and apply an adhesive tape or a simple cello tape over it . Dig hole for robelini, dig up robelini and put in new hole, plant A. alexandra in old robelini hole. When the injury is adjacent to bone, the. Yes, carrying trimmed Livistona and Washingtonia fronds is not something I do carelessly anymore. Cervical spondylosis occurs when vertebrae and discs in the neck deteriorate. The most common form, cutaneous sporotrichosis, is often found on the hand and arm of someone who has been handling contaminated plant materials. The Coffee and Motivation Mug can be used for coffee, tea, hot chocolate, soup or any liquid of your choice. Let's look at symptoms and treatments. . Never make assumptions about the safety of plants. Minimum 3.C -------- maximum 43.C Average Annual Rainfall 1700mm. I think there must be something toxic on the tip of the fronds. Never will do that again. Also known as rose gardeners disease, rose pickers disease is the common name of sporotrichosis. Palm trees can be dangerous if you touch them in the wrong spot. That's the reason I only have 4. (it's like a very small thorn)? I got a little careless and when I was diving in for another round of seeds, one of the thorns from a petiole stuck in and broke off in the back of my scalp! Needless to say I succsessfully covered the incoming grenade w/ my body and saved all my men. My arm went limp and it hurt like hell. First of all, we need to remove this. A perfect birthday gift or Christmas gift. Pure comedic genius. How poison is the sago palm to human who was stuck by thorn? You have been given good advice..really watch it and if the pain will not stop then go to an urgent care or late night clinic in the morning or if it is really bothering you then go to the ER if you have great insurance. Yes, I've gotten stuck a lot. Find out what treatment options and at-home tips are available here. Sorry, we were unable to perform your search at this time. The seeds have. Plant thorn arthritis is a rare form of arthritis in which a plant thorn punctures a joint, causing inflammation. "Kokoda" is the movie. 4 km inland from Indian River; 27 N (equivalent to Brisbane), Central Orlando's urban heat islandmay be warmer than us. (it's like a very small thorn)? Cycads have several uses, from in containers in living rooms to shrub borders outdoors. In my post I sometimes express "my" opinion. Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Region. The bump get bigger and starts to look like an open sore. The first time, I was planting my dear lil dypsis and having a bear of a time - and I dunno how it happened but I wrenched my neck so hard I almost passed out. Yeah, you ain't jivin' about T. campestris. Oh, and did you ever have a Washingtonia frond come crashing down and rip your ear or your arm? Please try again later. If you have sago palms in or around your home, make sure your pets can't get close to them. The culprits were D. lutescens and Thrinax morrisii (yeah, the one I'd been coveting for years). ), citrus trees (Citrus spp.) Although Blackthorn or date palm thorns cause most reported cases of plant-thorn synovitis, the thorns of numerous other plants can cause it too. Sharp thorns on their branches, trunks and the undersides or tips of fronds can puncture the skin and cause bacterial or fungal infections. Sago palms are fixtures in rock gardens, sand gardens and lawns. They dont meet the strict definition of thorns, which have deeper roots in a plants stem. Scratched cornea. Spines went into my rectum and I couldn't poop for days without it looking like a playdoh factory. Thorns are modified shoots, and characteristic of hawthorns (Crataegus spp. I could just barely reach it. Then there's the eye pokes from the emerging spears of Bismarkia, Rhopalostylis, Archontophonix, and Caryota. Using a handy box cutter on the workbench, I cut the end off my thumb when it slipped. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video. It took me off line for a few days. Wide mouth and large C-handle allow for easy, every day use. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species: Cyclas Revoluta, Missouri Botanical Garden: Cycas Revoluta, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension: Male & Female Sago Palms, University of Illinois Extension: Sago Palm, Cycas Revoluta, Palm & Cycad Societies of Australia: Cycas Revoluta, Privacy Notice/Your California Privacy Rights. Thank You Present For Flight Attendant Appreciation Retirement Mug. I try to imagine the despair of an Argentine gaucho riding through a bunch of those on a spooked horse . All rights reserved. Please try again later. Like ageing, palm culture is not for sissys. Next injury came at the very end when I did the very same action, this time, I got stabbed right in the medial deltoid. And, a Phoenix spine under the fingernail. I had Washys cuts on my arms from bear hugging one while we were pulling it up with the tractor trying to stabilize it. Blood started squirting into the air everywhere just from a tiny yet forceful prick! Your previous content has been restored. Those thorns are cruel. Is it just me, or does it just come with the territory? Copyright 2022 - International Palm Society To treat plant thorn arthritis, people will typically require surgery to remove the thorn fragments from the joint. If people are gardening or taking part in activities that may increase their risk of coming into contact with thorns, they may wish to take the following precautions: People should contact a doctor if they have any of the following symptoms, particularly if they know they have had an injury from a plant thorn: People should let a doctor know if they have had a thorn injury and the type of thorn they think it may be. Warning, it may differ from "your" opinion. When swelling of a palm thorn puncture occurs, arthrocentisis is necessary to rule out bacterial or fungal infection. I gave it a tug and the tip of the leaf punched through my upper lip. In my 30 plus years, I wish I had a dollar for everytime I got stabbed, poked or ripped skin from mostly Phoenix palms and many a leaf base from Copernicias. i got a thorn on my palm. The fronds we have grow to 18' so when they're cut down they're awkward to lift and carry and getting stuck is easy. I've been stabbed by spiny palms, or slashed by them. And third, getting ripped on the hand or arm with teeth on the stems of Copernicia palms. Sago palms are spiky plants that are toxic when eaten. (it's like a very small thorn)? It helped me learn, you only weed your own spiny palms! Arthrocentesis -- using a needle to withdraw fluid from a swollen joint -- eventually led to identification of Pantoea agglomerans, a common soil bacteria, causing septic arthritis. Plants that can cause plant thorn arthritis include plum trees, palm trees, and brambles. At least that is what I have found through some studies and my own experiences. Phoenix canariensis have always been kind to me, i have been playing among them since early childhood and never got anything but a pleasant feeling from it, ''To try,is to risk failure.To not try,is to guarantee it''. It could get infected, so be watchful! Doctors may also prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs to help reduce inflammation around the joint. stabbed-by-a-palm-tree-thorn-treatment Dec 17, 2009 I was up in a large canary island palm almost 10 months ago to the day and . One cheek of his buttocks was completely impaled from the 'plumbers crack' all the way through to the outer side. This sounds like the same 4th. I usually get a few scratches from my Butias when I trim the old, dried fronds. I've heard lots of gruesome CIDP stories. A ruptured spleen can be a life threatening condition and requires immediate attention. Self examine the wound under a hand lens. link above. Pelvic fractures are typically the result of high impact injuries. I'm going to change it soon anyway. Jim in Los Altos, CA SF Bay Area 37.34N- 122.13W- 190' above sea level. That's me after some severe planting on a very wet day. Allright, I'm out of here. Seems the innocuous looking palms are the ones to look out for. My brother in law had a long time infection from a Phoenix Palm though. And, Cleveageburg was overrun with Mafia types, who blew each other up from time to time. How Viagra became a new 'tool' for young men, Ankylosing Spondylitis Pain: Fact or Fiction. The unexpected nasty injury was a cut from an Archontophoenix petiole I grabbed and tried to yank off a palm. Dishwasher and microwave safe. I haven't stepped on one, BUT I have been poked in the side with one. Well, I haven't but here is what I found in a search. Pain and blurred vision got worse throughout the day - and back to the ER we went. check out the. Please note: heartbreak does not qualify. Plant thorn arthritis is a rare type of arthritis that can be difficult for doctors to diagnose. Also salacca. and a frond hit me right in the eye. - Coffee cup designs are professionally printed. Please try again. Doctors may take a biopsy of the synovial fluid, which is the fluid around the joint that lubricates it and allows smooth movement. The BMJ article documented the case of an otherwise healthy 14-year-old boy who developed an arthritis-like injury of the knee from a date palm thorn puncture six weeks before treatment. If so, please do not feel insulted, just state your own if you wish. Let me know. DOI: Tung C-H, et al. What's this inside my palm? The leaf did not move but my hand slid across the knife sharp petiole. - Knowledgebase Question. Account & Lists Returns & Orders. You cannot paste images directly. Products with electrical plugs are designed for use in the US. (Think it was synovitus from googling) He was v.poorly and he can't straighten his arm. There was a guy who fell into the crown of a Phoenix canariensis out in San Bernardino (he was working on a building and fell off and would have hit the ground, but the phoenix was there instead) and it took hours to extricate him. I (unknowingly) had a 1/2 inch thorn imbedded in my ankle for 6 months Summer (May-Sep) Highs - upper-90'sF (37C) Hot Humid, Winter (Dec-Jan) Lows - upper-30sF (3C) Mild/Cool Humid. Your link has been automatically embedded. By Hydrocolloid bandages are used to treat open, superficial wounds and open pimples. PRODUCT PRINT & SHIP FROM USA:PROUDLY 100% PRINTED & SHIPPED FROM USA!Please see our sizing chart before purchasing to ensure you receive the best possible fit available.This coffee mug has a high definition printing on both sides,perfect either for right or left handed users,The mug that can ensure an enjoyable morning coffee for many years! Just like-a dat. Thorn removal is one of the major headaches of commercial date culture. All of this sounds so familar, a wrecked back from dragging heavy pots around, spines under the fingernail, Chamaehrops spines in the scalp, punctures, scrapes and wounds. Has anyone had experience with a wound from a palm frond? 1995-2023 QVC, Inc. All rights reserved. Discuss Everything - Uncensored Offtopic Discussions and Debates Forum, If this is your first visit, be sure to Puncture injuries may look harmless, but bits of thorny debris may lodge inside the wound. My hand was completely paralyzed since the spine I think had pinned some of the muscles that controlled the fingers. Lost his eyesight for good. When I'm cleaning up the yard I've come to accept that you're going to get poked, slashed, sliced, cut, jabbed or gored eventually.today. Infections are particularly likely if the debris carries fungal toxins or soil bacteria, such as Pantoea agglomerans. Hope you recovered from the Royal mishap . . Aiphanes, acrocomia, copernicia are all my favorites oh and lets not forget cycads especially huge enceohalartos. (Including some poor b@st@rd who happened to have a bomb filled with nails and pointy wood screws explode in front of him. To protect yourself while picking roses or gardening in general, wear protective clothing like gloves. Copyright 2022 - International Palm Society His leg obviously hurts and he thinks part of the thorn is still in there. I haven't had any serious injuries but I know of two very bad cases. It kept hurting but I didn't pay much attention to it. My youngest son, Drake, had a couple fordiana thorns come off in his hand. Now my foot is throbbing! My hand started having spasms and I looked and saw a bloody entrance wound and then about an inch a away from that was a lump where my skin was raised from the back end of the spine that was lodged in my forearm bone (not sure which one). The thorn may contain some toxic substance, probably an alkaloid substance, which are presumed to cause osteolytic reactions in the bone. Wide mouth and large C-handle allow for easy, every day use. Thanks for the laugh Dave. Substantial levels of it can lead to liver failure. There was about 45# of force behind it. Yup, been stabbed by every spiny palm in the yard. Here are the signs you may need to see a doctor. The fun part is that the tips of the needles break off in your hands! Then couldn't move my neck at all and my dear husband took me straight to the ER where I had all kinds of expensive tests and ended up in a cervical collar. Immediate, basic first aid should be performed on any puncture wound, and especially those from palm trees, to prevent infection. It occurs when the fungus gets into the skin via a small cut, scrape, or puncture, such as from a rose thorn. Diagnosis of plant-thorn synovitis by high-resolution ultrasonography: A case report and literature review. Over a decade ago, I was cutting the grass around a Butia reclinata whose leaves extended out beyond its bed. 24 votes, 18 comments. A surgeon will make a small incision to perform keyhole surgery or use open surgery to remove part or all of the inflamed synovium. Carefull planning and placement can save a lot of work later on. Absolutely, one of the most dangerous palms around is Trithrinax campestrus. It was worth it. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. That was the craftiest I've ever had to be with needle nose pliers since I couldn't see what the heck I was doing. Lol. I got stabbed with a palm tree thorn on my ankle at 11am and within an hour I started having a lot of pain, followed by swelling in my ankle, and now very limited mobility it's now 9:40pm. Then, not long after, on my paper route (I was fifteen or thereabouts at the time) some Italian guy on my route had the silliest little toy poodle I'd ever seen. I decided to plant/transplant five 15-gallon sized plants on a Saturday last March all by myself. Alot of times, they just break off in the skin and have to be removed. All rights reserved. . His friend put him on some anti-biotics. So, I was curious. Get sneak previews of special offers & upcoming events delivered to your inbox. Temps range from -1C to 46C. Some species of palm trees can be dangerous if you touch them in the wrong spot. It will probably scar permanently, and I will forever have memories of the time my beloved washy injured me while I was trying to protect it ;-; I have been stabbed many times by my CIDP to keep it surviving during winter. Those thorns are cruel. I was fussing with my newest treasure - a Thrinax morrisii! I've cut my fingers on the petioles of my sabals and my Bizzy. Pantoea agglomerans was identified in the synovial fluid. I once got brutalized by a big trithrinax campestris.. Mine too. Any data in this post is provided 'as is' and in no event shall I be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, damages resulting from accuracy or lack thereof, insult, or any other damages, Ooh and how could I forget! Easy, right?? Sago palms grow in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 10. Is this something that should resolve on its own? The digging was the worst, as anyone who lives here knows, a pick-axe was used more than a shovel. By Good Gawd Y'all! I'm lucky! It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. A friend of ours who is a tree surgeon like my DH had a nasty infection after getting a thorn in his elbow. People can fully recover from plant thorn arthritis with the correct diagnosis and treatment. There are currently 1 users browsing this thread. I am terrible about having chamerops thorns in my fingers as I do not like wearing gloves regularly. Healthline Media does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. East of Mount Soledad, in the biggest cold sink in San Diego County. Paste as plain text instead, My garden helper also jabbed one into his knuckle. I was stabbed by a palm tree thorn!? You can post now and register later. 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