Mexican senator Gerardo Fernández Noroña suffered a fracture in his right wrist after falling during a hike in the mountains of Tepoztlán, Morelos. He reported this through his social media, where he shared images of his injury.
The Morena senator, Gerardo Fernández Noroña, has his right wrist in plaster after suffering a fall while hiking in the mountainous area of Tepoztlán, Morelos. The politician himself announced the news through his social media, where he posted a video recounting the accident and a photo of his immobilised arm.
A fall in the riverbed
According to Noroña in a TikTok video, the incident occurred when he was walking on the dry riverbed, an area he knew well. "I was tired, I crossed a dry riverbed all rocky, I tripped, I didn’t even know how," the senator explained. The fall was dramatic: he fell face down and hit his chest and ribs, in addition to his wrist.
"I even thought I had broken a rib because Emma shouted, ‘Are you okay?’, and I said no, I mean I couldn’t breathe," he added. His companion, Emma, helped him turn onto his back. Despite the pain, Noroña managed to get home and shower before deciding to go to the hospital.
Medical attention at the IMSS
The politician went to the General Hospital of Zone number 1 of the IMSS in Cuernavaca, where he was treated by medical staff. In a message of thanks, Noroña highlighted the work of director Citlalli, traumatologist Estefanía, and the X-ray team. "Thank you very much for your attention," he wrote on his social media.
A wrist fracture is a common injury in falls, especially when trying to cushion the blow with the hands. In Noroña’s case, immobilisation with plaster will be necessary for several weeks, although no further details about his recovery have been provided.
An incident that does not halt his activity
Despite the injury, the Morena senator has not announced a pause in his political activities. The wrist fracture, although bothersome, will not prevent him from continuing his legislative work, although he will likely have to adapt his routine. The accident occurred in an area that Noroña frequents for exercise, and the politician himself acknowledged that fatigue may have contributed to the trip.
For hiking enthusiasts, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of taking extra precautions on rocky terrain, especially when fatigued. Wearing appropriate footwear and using walking poles can reduce the risk of falls. In case of an accident, it is advisable to go to a medical centre to rule out fractures, as Noroña did.
For now, the senator is recovering at home, and his followers have wished him a speedy recovery through social media. The image of his plastered wrist has gone viral, and he himself has joked about the incident, showing his characteristic sense of humour.
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