APaulogy: WEEK 4

It's been four [ long ] weeks since Cam-o broke his leg. He's been a real trooper throughout. He had lots of pain weeks 1 and 2 and wore a long leg immobilizer most of the time requiring full assist in/out of his wheelchair. He was very independent wheeling himself around the hardwood floors but didn't see upstairs until week 3. Gradually the deep thigh bruise began to subside, pain decreased and range of motion at his knee increased. Late in week 3 he taught himself how to transfer in/out of the wheelchair without assist; a big turning point. From there he started going upstairs on his butt to enjoy playing and watching movies with the other kids in the play room. Today was our week 4 post-op visit with the surgeon. His knee range of motion is full but the thigh remains pretty weak. He's been released to full weight bearing as tolerated. Upon coming home he started with crutches, actually just one like a cane and he took right to it. At times he asks for someone to hold his hand but is clearly enjoying the greater level of independence. Although Gramma Dee did an awesome job on his wheelchair costume we opted to join the other kids on the hayride tour of the community. Cam-o enjoyed being carried to each doorstep for trick or treat. It's great to see him back with the other kids. He is restricted to ambulatory activities for the next two months so no bike, scooter, rip rider or trampoline. In January we return to see the surgeon at which time he will likely be released to all activities. The doc said today that only 50% of the time do the rods get removed and if they do that will be at about 1 year. That's it for now. Enjoy the pics.

INJURY - WED OCT 3

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT IMAGES