From Fox News · Andrea Margolis · · 1m
Hiker Resets Dislocated Shoulder on Mount Washington
61-year-old hiker repositions dislocated shoulder during New Hampshire climb.
In brief
61-year-old hiker repositions dislocated shoulder during New Hampshire climb. Kurt Siuzdak, 61, reset his dislocated shoulder himself while hiking Mount Washington and reached the summit despite injuries. Originally reported by Fox News.
Hiker's Injury
Kurt Siuzdak, a 61-year-old Connecticut resident, slipped on wet granite near Mount Washington's Lakes of the Clouds section.
Dislocated Shoulder
Siuzdak dislocated his shoulder and injured his back during the fall, then reset it himself while climbing.
Continued Climbing
Despite injuries, Siuzdak kept climbing slowly toward the summit, reaching it under his own power.
Rescue Meeting
At around 5 p.m., two officers met Siuzdak on the mountain as he continued his slow climb to the summit.
Summit Achievement
Siuzdak reached Mount Washington's summit after resetting his dislocated shoulder and continuing his climb.
Medical Care
After reaching the summit, Siuzdak asked to be taken to his car to drive to urgent care for medical attention.
What matters most
Kurt Siuzdak, 61, reset his dislocated shoulder himself while hiking Mount Washington and reached the summit despite injuries.
