We went to Dartmouth yesterday to get all the prep work done for Matt's surgery - they did all the pre-op tests and the CAT scan they need to make his plastic implant. As much as we want it to be done quickly, it's going to be a long process to get the new piece ready, so his surgery is set for April 18th. He was really worried that he would be laid up again as much as he was last summer, but his nurse said that once he recovers from surgery (1-2 weeks) and takes it somewhat easy for a few more weeks, he'll be back to long walks and mowing again no problem.
Then we came back and had his regular therapies - his OT re-eval went great and he's scheduled for another month. Almost all of his muscle groups showed increased strength, increased range of motion, or both. He even earned his first 'within normal limits' on one muscle movement - with his elbow bent 90 degrees, he could pull his forearm all the way to his stomach!
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Hi, Matt and Keri -
ReplyDeleteI think we should have a "within normal limits" party!! Hat's off to you both. Good news.
We'll be thinking about you and sending all of our most positive vibes your way for these next steps...soon to be an even more bionic man, eh, Matt?
Cheers - Jan T and the ISU Crew
Congrats to you Matt!!! Good luck with the upcoming surgery hope for a quick recovery...
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Mark and Deb
I think the within-normal-limits party is a great suggestion. And ditto on the good wishes for the surgery and recovery. I'm not very original this morning, am I?
ReplyDeleteIt's looking like we might have the chance to see you in August. Hope so!