I did not sleep much last night.. However the pain has subsided greatly since the previous post-op recovery days. Pain medication through IV has been eliminated and I am on an aspirin/Tylenol pill dosage as needed for pain. With assistance from the PT (physical therapist), I was able to briefly stand, pivot, and sit in my wheelchair. The process of moving into the chair was a little uncomfortable, but once seated, not too bad. I stayed in the wheelchair for about an hour and a half. With assistance from the OT (occupational therapist), I was able to get back into bed.
Dr. Park came in to see me for a moment. He reiterated that the procedure went well. I asked how many fibers were severed; and he told me that about two thirds of them were cut.
That was pretty much it for today... tomorrow is supposed to be more intense with physical therapy. Hopefully I will start taking steps with some help of course. I will let you know how that goes tomorrow.
4 comments:
You're only on aspirin and tylenol for pain????? Incredible! It's wonderful to actually hear from YOU!! Chaplets being said for you daily and everyone is checking this blog several times a day to see how you are doing. Love you!!
Wow, Ken. It's blowing my mind that you're standing so soon after surgery -- especially with TWO THIRDS of the fibers cut! TWO THIRDS?! Incredible.
Ken - you are amazing....will keep praying....mom says you can use her church will chair anytime...actually there are two in the sacristy now....
God bless - safte travels
barb and terry
Ken you are extraordinary! You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You. Have a safe trip home.
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