Guest guest Posted September 9, 2004 Report Share Posted September 9, 2004 Aubrie had her spica cast removed yesterday! What a day! The aid went with us for instructions in the exercises. She has muscle strengthening and range of motion exercises for 2 weeks, then we go back to stand for the first time, get a walker, and further instructions. She has a wedge/pillow that straps onto her legs to keep them in the comfortable position of the cast and to keep them protected during sleep and whenever she wants it during the day. She can sit on the potty and in her desk chair, if placed there, for as long as she feels comfortable. She had a bath last night. She gets to wear clothes now. She's so thrilled! I was surprised at how weak her legs and torso are, but also at how fast she is gaining strength. Every hour there is improvement. And what a wonderful thing to sleep through the night without having to wake every 3 hours to change her diaper and reposition her. But, of course, my bladder is still on schedule and woke me at 1 and 4 to go potty -- gee thanks. Big weekend here with school open house tonight (she's been looking forward to it for over a week) and our local Fall Festival all weekend. Grandma is coming down to see her newly released legs and bringing my aunt with her. I'm sure we'll have lots of fun but little rest. Michele W Aubrie's mom 6 yrs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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