Thursday, April 3, 2008

The first day of Rehab

Allyson survived her first day of rehab. She is very tired. Her day totaled about 5 1/2 hours of speech, physical, and occupational therapy. She made many firsts today. Today she walked up and down the therapy stairs, moved her right arm and leg on command and stood up without much help. She was exhausted by 4:00 pm when her rehab day ends.

Tomorrow, Randy and I have a meeting with the doctors and her therapists to discuss a plan for Allyson that will include a timeline for coming home and/or if she will be eligible for outpatient therapy. That meeting is at 12:30 pm. I will let everyone know what happens.

Tomorrow evening, Josiah and Sarah will be coming down for a family movie night. Josiah is excited. Sarah is, uh, "thrilled." I think she would rather just spend time with her sister.

Dana

3 comments:

Unknown said...

So glad to hear of the progress. They do work you hard, but that's what rehab is all about. Getting you up, moving, and out. Keep working hard, Ally girl! You'll be home in no time - seizure free!

You're all in our prayers!

Gayle

Johnny and Lynn Phillips said...

Hey Alli, I am delighted to hear about how well you have done. It is not easy but it will be worth it! Just reading about it got ne tired. I am also glad your mom is keeping everyone posted. You continue in our prayers and in the prayers of many at my church. All His very best to you and your, Keep fighting Always, Johnny and Lynn.

ashleyh said...

Hey Ally,

I miss you and I hope you get well soon. i hope you get seizure free and find the cause of it. I hope you get back to yourself and get your memory back.