As I've said before, I'm going to post when there's something new to post and today, there is definitely something new to post!
Scott sat all the way up in bed today. He was able to put his legs over the side of the bed, swing his legs back and forth, and reach his arms out. This is a major accomplishment since he hasn't done this in 4 1/2 weeks. Imagine not using those muscles for that long. We were told from the beginning that his left side was going to be affected more than the right. After seeing him on Sunday, it's hard to tell if there is a strength difference between the two sides. I'll tell you now that the first 2 weeks after surgery, he was barely moving his left side, if at all. They'd ask him to give a thumbs up and he would sometimes twitch his left side. We were all worried. But, once again, Scott has proved our worries wrong and is doing so well!
His prosthetic flap should be here very soon and they are planning on putting it in the beginning of next week. I'll have a lot more to post (probably twice a day again) for the first little while afterwards.
~Betsy
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Scott, I just want to tell you how proud I am of you and the strength you have show us all. I loved watching you softly touch Coby and Cora's little faces, and them standing so quietly smiling at you. What a good father you are. Thank you for letting me care for them for you until you can be home together. Stay strong...stay positive...Love you Mom
ReplyDeleteHang in there Scott! I know we're not a tight little neighborhood group, but we've been following your progress and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!
ReplyDeleteYay! Good for you Scott - what an accomplishment for you to be able to do these things after being in bed for so long. You are a great example to me of being able to deal with the harshness life sometimes deals us. Keep up the good work. I can picture in my mind you touching Coby and Cora's faces and how much joy that brings to them. Stay positive and keep up the hard work.
ReplyDeleteOh the tears are flowing! I am so happy to hear this news. I too can picture that moment with you and the kids, a perfect moment!
ReplyDeleteI just found out about what's happening from being on facebook. I'm sorry to hear about what's happened, but it seems that Heavenly Father has blessed you so much. It is great to hear that you are improving, and I hope things continue to go well with your recovery. May the Lord continue to be with you and your family. You'll be in my prayers!
ReplyDeleteScott and Diane, you are both truly amazing! Way to show everyone how it's done :). Keep up the good work! -Potters
ReplyDeleteBetsy, Could you please explain this "prosthetic flap" for us. Where will it go and what is it for? Will Scott have it for ever? "Flap" kind of sounds like he will be able to lift it at will.??? Please help us understand. Thank you
ReplyDeleteWay to go Scott! Brant and I are so excited for you! That's a major accomplishment! Good news on your new head :) At least it's porcelain and won't set off airport metal detectors. we're thinking about you and reading about you every day. Hang in there Boog!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Jenny and Brant
Anonymous at 2:46 pm-
ReplyDeleteThe prosthetic flap is in place of his own bone flap. They took out a really big chunk of his skull to allow for the brain to swell. They are unable to put the skull piece back so they will be using a prosthetic one. They used to use metal plates. They refer to this as his flap. Since it will be replacing his own piece of skull, it will not be replaced or be temporary. This will be surgically place under his skin, against his brain. Right now, he's got a large 'soft spot' on the right side of his head that is his brain. We are ready for that to be hard again and for his head to be normally shaped. I hope this helps answer your questions and thanks for asking! :) ~Betsy