Today was a better day.
The tubes that drain fluid out of Joey's amputated leg kept getting clogged. Joey's doctor came in and drained 350cc of fluid from the amputation with a syringe. This help relieved some of the pressure that had built up. Joey's doctor also said that he would have radiology look at implanting a nerve block in Joey's back. This will also help decrease some of the pain Joey is feeling from the amputation. Radiology will look at putting the nerve block in either tonight or in the morning.
Joey is still battling the infection, and has a small fever off and on. He is showing signs of improvement, and we are hopeful in a few days that he will have it beat.
Joey had physical therapy today. He graduated from the walker to crutches. Yeah!! He was able to go clear to the exit sign and back on crutches!!! Yeah!!! Good Job Joey!!! Joey is getting stronger and stronger everyday. He has a huge heart and a strong mind. He is determined to get better, and overcome all of these obstacles--and he will.
We love you so much Joey! Hang in there and keep fighting! You amaze us everyday with your determination, your strength, and your drive. Keep pressing forward, even when it's hard. It will all be worth it in the end. Then someday you will look back on where you've been, and be so proud of how far you've come, and know--that you can get through anything up ahead.
We love you!!!! XOXOXO!!!!
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I love the pictures. Joey, you look so good! All I can say is you are TOUGH! :-)
ReplyDeleteHey joey!
ReplyDeleteYou are doing so good!:) We love you tons and tons. We think of you everyday and pray for you. Love you and cant wait to see you.
xoxox brittni
Hey I just want you to know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. It has been forever since I have seen you guys.....but I love the good old Ucon days. Judy Pasley
ReplyDeleteWOW!!!! What a triumph!!! & what a situation to have to go through! Well, I hope whomever you are rooting for in the Bowl comes thru for you, Joey. As for me, I really don't care!!! I'll miss being with you at a super bowl party, however... Hart Ya always!!!
ReplyDeleteyour doing awesome joseph keep it up we love you
ReplyDeletegood job joey i love you keep up the good work
ReplyDeleteHey Joey! You look awesome! I hope that everything keeps getting better for you. Have they figured out your phantom pains yet? I sure hope so! As soon as we get to IF Syd and I are coming to see you. Hopefully you will be off your special diet so we can bring you a yummy treat! (absolutely not from the hospital cafeteria!) Our little girl has diabetes so I'm sure I can figure out something. :) You are the best! Your spirit and attitude continue to amaze! We love you
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