After crossing the finish line, I checked in with the medical team to get an assessment. I was given a thorough evaluation, and the medic concluded that there had been no blunt trauma and that my kidneys, heart, and lungs were fine. It was likely an intercostal muscle strain.
I began to notice a sharp pain in my left rib cage area that over time was radiating into my lower back. I shrugged it off assuming I had bruised my rib by jamming my elbow into my side during the fall.
Fortunately, the section was not too rocky, and I only suffered minor cuts on both my shoulders and elbows.
I resolved to just hike the last 12 miles to the finish and enjoy a beautiful day in the mountains.
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