Sunday, September 18, 2011

Successes

Well, we have had a week of successes! Even baby steps are recognized as big steps in recovery. Last week we walked halfway down the wharf twice and today(due to rain) we traversed the inner sanctum of Piccadilly Place Mall, in both directions.

At the last physio session, the knee bend had increased to 95%. She advised him that she expected a 5% increase each week! Wow! My patient has been quite diligent with his exercises and hopes to meet her expectations. He is managing the stairs on a daily basis and swinging his leg in and out of the car with more ease.

The surgeon was pleased with the healing process but cautioned that infection could happen at any point in the future. No one told us about that possibility!!

Feeling optimistic, we booked our trip to Mexico. As the cool temperatures of Fall have descended on Salmon Arm, we are looking forward to the warmth of PV. The pool will be the site of ongoing therapy for my patient!

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