After a long night on Wendesday, Prissy had a pretty good day on Thursday. Most of it was because for most of the day, she was in bed. The doctor came in to visit and ordered bed rest for Scilla today until she can have an ultrasound done on Friday to see what is causing the swelling and tenderness in her stomach. The surgeon who visited this afternoon said it could be several things:
- air trapped inside
- a pancreas problem
- a gallbladder problem
- or a problem with her lapband
As mentioned in the title today for recreational therapy, her therapist allowed her to get into her wheelchair and roll herself around. The therapist didn't read the doctor's orders of bedside therapy today, but despite that Scilla was able to get into the chair using the sliding board (a pic I found online below).
She did very well using the sliding board, but still needs a lot of work. Her therapists are working hard to build up her confidence. She gets really nervous and afraid; she has yet to learn to balance herself independently and this contributes to her anxiety when transfering using the board or even just trying to sit up unsupported which she still can not do yet. Her therapist said as soon as she can gain confidence sitting up unsupported and transfering into her chair; she will then be able to go on outtings or for family visists. While today was her first day using the sliding board, they will still continue to use this very cool machine for transfering also, it is called the maxi lift :
As stated above she did get her roll on today, she still needs work "staying in her lane" and "turning" before she gets her lincense or permit to drive to her wheelchair. But overall she did okay today and here is a little video of her "getting her roll on"! I don't know why, but the video is not cooperating, it worked in the preview!
"Walking in Faith..."
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