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Woman’s living nightmare after tidal wave
Woman dragged out to sea by tidal wave suffers severe injuries and hospital trauma.
In brief
Woman dragged out to sea by tidal wave suffers severe injuries and hospital trauma. Jane Bradshaw was injured by a tidal wave in Tenerife, leading to multiple fractures and a five-week hospital stay with poor care. Originally reported by LADbible.
Tidal wave incident
Jane Bradshaw and her husband Marcus were dragged out to sea by a tidal wave in Tenerife.
“I wish I had never suggested it.”
Immediate aftermath
Jane and Marcus were separated by the wave, with Jane injured and Marcus using his backpack rope to escape.
“I opened my eyes and knew I was deep down in the water.”
Injuries sustained
Jane suffered a broken humerus, eight broken ribs, large swelling on her left hip, and a massive haematoma on her back.
“I had a broken humerus in my arm, eight broken ribs.”
Hospital treatment
Jane was rushed to hospital and initially treated at a public facility before being moved to a private hospital due to insurance.
“They were not used to dealing with multiple traumas and didn’t know how to properly look after my injuries.”
Medical errors
Jane experienced incorrect chest drain insertions and prolonged periods without medical attention during her private hospital stay.
“There were several instances where chest drains were painfully and incorrectly inserted into my body.”
Long-term recovery
Jane is undergoing physiotherapy and trauma-focused psychological therapy for PTSD and physical limitations.
“I have cried a lot, I still suffer with PTSD from the incident with flashbacks.”
Family impact
Marcus managed the aftermath, including contacting family and handling insurance and airline logistics.
“He tracked me down and let my parents and our daughter know.”
Healthcare system issues
Jane’s insurance company delayed her return to the UK due to complications in her lungs from inadequate treatment.
“I was in Tenerife hospital for five weeks because the insurance company would not fly us back.”
Psychological trauma
Jane struggles with PTSD, including flashbacks and difficulty with physical tasks like reaching behind her back.
“I can almost reach above my head but I can’t reach behind my back.”
Recovery progress
Jane has returned to cycling but cannot run or maintain her previous fitness levels.
“I have been able to get back on my bike but my level of fitness is gone.”
Ongoing challenges
Jane continues to face physical and mental health challenges, with her husband providing support.
“It’s also been really hard on my loved ones.”
What it means
Jane Bradshaw was injured by a tidal wave in Tenerife, leading to multiple fractures and a five-week hospital stay with poor care.
