When Justin started physical therapy 5 weeks ago his therapist, Julie, set 6 goals and today was test day to see how well he's doing. We've met 3 out of the 6 goals and the remaining 3 we're about 50% there to reaching.
Justin is turning his head both left and right at more than a 45 degree angle. This is good because they were concerned about tightness in his neck muscles due to the torticollis. He's also pushing up and bearing weight on his hands. Lastly, Carl and I are doing good because we're doing his stretches at each diaper change and giving him stomach massages 3 times a day.
The areas that we need to continue working on are sitting, maintaining a crawl position and rolling, all unassisted. Right now Justin is able to do all of these things but needs help (with the exception of rolling from tummy to back which he does on his own), so Julie showed me some techniques today to work on those 3 areas.
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Thursday, May 7, 2009
Thursday, April 2, 2009
A first & a last
Justin had his last RSV shot on Thursday. In honor of this milestone Justin and I went to Great Lakes Crossing on Sunday. I thought it would be nice to get out and feel normal but honestly I didn't have much fun. We went shortly after the mall opened to avoid the crowds, but I guess I was so on edge, not wanting to keep him out too long and expose him to too much. And I was a little disappointed because I didn't find what I was looking for. I've been having a hard time finding 3-6 month jeans. I guess they're out of season and stores are now selling summer clothes. But I figured going to Great Lakes was my best option since they have a Carter's, Osh Kosh, Children's Place, Gymboree and a couple of other kids stores. I was able to get a couple of outfits for Justin and a few small things for my b-day weekend but no jeans.
Justin also had his first physical therapy session on Thursday. The physical therapist taught us some stretching techniques for his neck and suggestions for working with him in other areas. Our insurance only covers 20 sessions so we'll go to weekly therapy sessions for the next 5 months.
Justin also had his first physical therapy session on Thursday. The physical therapist taught us some stretching techniques for his neck and suggestions for working with him in other areas. Our insurance only covers 20 sessions so we'll go to weekly therapy sessions for the next 5 months.
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