Without a doubt our youngest is growing. Josh's wheelchair was last checked in the fall and all was well. Today he can't wear anything heavier than a t-shirt because he has filled right out to the lateral supports on his chair. There is also a four finger gap from the back of his knee to the cushion. I have put in a call with the hope that the wheelchair can be modified without needing to purchase a whole new wheelchair as his isn't even 3 years old yet. We'll have to wait and see.
We were very thankful for the arrival of our physical therapist today to see the boys and assess their assorted injuries. The laser offered some welcome pain relief. After more exercise Josh can start walking indoors soon. Yay! Before that we just need his ankles, knees and hips to increase their stability beyond the jello stage.
Showing posts with label growth spurts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label growth spurts. Show all posts
Monday, January 17, 2011
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Growing Pains
Both boys appear to be growing like weeds again.
Andrew's ankle foot orthotics which were new at the end of May are too small despite 3 rounds of modifications. We are waiting to hear if the assistive devices program will cover the new set. I really hope since they cost about $3,500. His wheelchair is almost too small again and it is only 2 years old now. New power wheelcahairs cost as much as some cars. Lots of prayers for coverage on the chair because I know that the time is coming soon. Power chairs cost around $20,000 each.
Josh is also showing signs of a growth spurt. His hamstring muscles are so tight that he can barely take a large step. The physio therapist is concerned that the tight muscles are going to pull on the spine and pelvis making the curve in his spine worse. I am so thankful that he will see the surgeon at McMaster in a couple more weeks. At that appointment I am hoping that we will begin to form a treatment plan. Bracing Josh's back is going to be very difficult since it will have to be both latex and nickel free. This morning I had to change the modifications on Josh's desk chair because he is getting so big.
We are trying out a TENs unit this week to see if it can help with mucles spasms and pain management.
The rain today is not helping with the joint pain the boys are experiencing.
Prayers for a bit of relief are always welcome.
Andrew's ankle foot orthotics which were new at the end of May are too small despite 3 rounds of modifications. We are waiting to hear if the assistive devices program will cover the new set. I really hope since they cost about $3,500. His wheelchair is almost too small again and it is only 2 years old now. New power wheelcahairs cost as much as some cars. Lots of prayers for coverage on the chair because I know that the time is coming soon. Power chairs cost around $20,000 each.
Josh is also showing signs of a growth spurt. His hamstring muscles are so tight that he can barely take a large step. The physio therapist is concerned that the tight muscles are going to pull on the spine and pelvis making the curve in his spine worse. I am so thankful that he will see the surgeon at McMaster in a couple more weeks. At that appointment I am hoping that we will begin to form a treatment plan. Bracing Josh's back is going to be very difficult since it will have to be both latex and nickel free. This morning I had to change the modifications on Josh's desk chair because he is getting so big.
We are trying out a TENs unit this week to see if it can help with mucles spasms and pain management.
The rain today is not helping with the joint pain the boys are experiencing.
Prayers for a bit of relief are always welcome.
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