Elderly man re-injures back at home, Raleigh NC


An 83-year-old man at his home near Brinmar Court re-injured his back while getting up from the floor. He had a previous back injury and surgery seven months ago. He is conscious and breathing normally.
Audio|Source: Wake County Fire
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Okay, we're going to the traumatic injury near Brinmar Court.
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Near Brinmar Court, yes ma'am.
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83-year-old male, conscious breathing completely alert. Breathing is normal.
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Again, he injured his back about seven months ago.
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So he had some kind of surgery. He did break his butt back.
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He was getting down on the floor to plug something in. And as he tried to get up, he's re-injured his back in some way.
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He occurred in the last 30 minutes.
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He will be able to knock the door for you. Final bravo.
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Location mentioned:
Bryn Mawr Ct, Raleigh, NC 27606
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