horst Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 My wife took Joey to his physical therapy the other day.There was already someone in there so they had to wait to get in.While they waited Joey was playing on the floor, crawling, pulling himself up on things to a standing position, and climbing on the toys and such.Apparently the therapist doesnt get him to do this much while shes actually working with him.She wasnt aware he was doing some things like pulling himself up without help.They watched him for awhile and she pulled my wife aside.From what she could tell, Joeys now totally caught up with his age group physically.Theyre rescheduling his therapy sessions from twice a week to once a month, just to make sure he doesnt fall behind again.But all the therapy hes undergone for the last 6 months has really payed off.It mighta payed off to well as a matter of fact, the kids about imposible to keep up with and hes into everything As far as the fluid around his brain we are tired of screwing around with it.We will be taking him up to the Mayo clinic in Minnesota soon for an evaluation, the Des Moines hospital weve been working with keeps telling us the fluid should reabsorb itself, but it never changes.they only check him every couple months and while it hasnt been a problem lately with pressure hes starting to not sleep at night and becoming really fussy again.He hasnt slept much for the last week, Ive been in here since 4:30 this morning as a matter of fact So were gonna get another opinon, and at least another MRi to make sure that it hasnt changed any. But the physical change in him has been like a miracle to watch, 6 months ago he would just sit in his car seat unable to even control his head, now hes all over the place.just wanted to say thanks again to everyone on here for all the support we recieved during this time. Merry christmas everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuntingInMaine Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news What a great early Christmas present for your family!!! I can just imagine how happy this makes you all! Glad to hear he is doing so well, this good news has really made my day after all the bad news that is coming across the television. It sounds like the second opinion is a good idea, I pray that you get the answers and results you are looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billygoat Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news Horst, We will keep you in our prayers and hope that you find the answers you are looking for at Mayo. Sounds like Joey is really coming along though... and that Christmas will be Merry in your household. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanH Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news Sounds like Joey is a tough lil dude! Ill keep you in my prayers also! Good Luck and have a merry X-mas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KSNimrod Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news Great news and a great looking kid! I'm sure there will be more good news coming. My wife and I will pray for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news great news Chris! looks like Joey's saying "hey dad, how bout a bite of that donut, eh?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news That is some great news! I hope they can give you some answers at Mayo so you don't have to have any doubt from then on! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news Great news for sure espeically around Christmas time. That is probably the best gift you could have asked for. Looks like a great little guy you got there and remember your family is in my family's prayers. Lou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogdoc Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news Horst--that is some great news--a lot of prayers answered. He is a cutie--must look like his Mommy! Merry Christmas todd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_lou Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news That's awesome news Horst. Glad to hear the little fella is doing good. Good Luck trying to keep up with him. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Merry Christmas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohiobucks Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news That is great news Chris. He is a cute little guy. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Have a happy holiday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news That is great news Chris. Thanks for updating us. Was thinking about asking you how he was doing just this morning. Will continue to keep him and your family in our prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NY911Bowhunter Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archerjg Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: Great news That is an excellent early Christmas present. Archerjg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horst Posted December 23, 2004 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2004 Re: Great news Thanks guys, I try to keep you all updated about him as much as I can but with doctors visits and now therapy getting further between I dont have news very often anymore. Got a call from his doctor today, took him in the other day for a cold, chest xray shows pnumonia in his lower left lung, no wonder he isnt sleeping Chris, hes not really into doughnuts but you should see him put away a bag of cheetos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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