First Physical Therapy Visit

Friday ~ February 1, 2008

Well, yesterday we were finally able to see Ms. Jennifer, the Physical Therapist, again. Between her and Ms. Marty they shifted schedules and got us a PT appt on the same day as his OT appt so we don't have to make two trips! What a blessing that was. :)

Ms. Jen wanted to re-evaluate Hunter since it has been 2 months since the first eval in November. She did confirm that at the least he does have a rotated and tilted pelvis but is a bit concerned that he MAY have something called Tethered Cord Syndrome. She has ordered X-Rays to rule out bony issues but that will not verify the TCS as of yet. A CAT scan or MRI is needed to actually see the Tethered Cord but the X-Rays must come first. She suspects a mild case...he is exhibiting most of the orthopedic symptoms except for the loss of feeling, but without him being able to communicate we just can't know that right now. He is very mobile and active...which is a good sign. The concern is that as he becomes more mobile and weight-bearing on his legs, he could aggravate the tethered cord and cause possible nerve damage. I will post again with the details that I found online regarding TCS for you to better understand what this is. As of now they have not officially diagnosed this but the concern is there and we are taking measures to get a correct diagnosis.

I come to you today asking, as in the past, that you PRAY. God has worked such awesome miracles on Hunter's arm...we know He's in the healing business as He's proven it over and over since Hunter's birth. I don't believe he's brought Hunter this far with his arm for him to suffer with spinal problems now. Please stand with us as we go through the testing process. Pray for the nurses, doctors, therapists and all others that will be dealing with Hunter over the upcoming months. We pray that once again they will be blown away by the healing power of Jesus working in Hunter's life.

The neatest statement made yesterday was by Hunter's original therapist. She said, "Well, he's had such miraculous healing in his arm, I can't wait to see what God does this time!" We second that! If God touches one life through this process than I think it's all been worth it.

I thank you guys for your prayers and support. I am believing, even through the tears, that God is in control and has a hope and a future for my little man (Jer 29:11)...and it's not one of disability or pain!

I'll keep you posted as we begin testing and get results.