Kathy's strength is still gradually returning. She was able to roll herself onto her side (in bed) with only minimal help from me. She was also able to hold her mobile phone up to her ear, this might be hard for a conversation longer than 30 seconds or so. Monday, Kathy is bringing her phone to OT and they will work there on dialing, answering and holding the phone. Over this past weekend she was assigned homework to 1. Chew Gum 2. pronounce the work "ing-GA" with conviction 3. use sentences with multiple syllable words, ie "strengthening". All of these things help her to increase strength and stamina.
The only part of Kathy's body that has not completely returned to normal feeling is below the knees. She is able to feel touch sensations just fine, but still has some pins and needles in her feet and shins. Now that she is one week in, we have a better idea of how the Kessler process works. Next week we plan to ask the doctors some questions about the next steps. Kathy wants to know when she can get all the tubes out of her body, ask her doctor about long and short term goals, and understand how they expect her progress to develop over the next few weeks.
What a long road to recovery. I can understand how Kathy is feeling sad. I can't imagine being in her situation, and also being in yours, Ross. I am continuing to pray for strength with each new day. I know that Kathy is a fighter and she'll get through all of this and then be able to look back and feel so proud of all that she's accomplished. You are such a good husband to her! With Love, Erin and Paul
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ReplyDeleteYou are so amazing! This whole situation is so overwhelming and that you have the determination to get better and set goals for yourself is a very positive outlook. Those sad days will come and thankfully go....hang in there. We are all cheering for you. Lovingly, Joanie