Update on Ryan: Our first orthopedic guy, Dr. Hurt saw Ryan on Tuesday. He did some extras, and did some measurements. Turns out Ryan is officially a Grade Five AC joint injury. Meaning, the separation between the clavicle and the scapula is larger than 200% of the other side. Pretty major, and it also means that he has torn all of the ligaments in between. The surgery for reparing this is rather major, so we were advised to let it heal for 4 weeks and come back and see the progress. Then we will do physical therapy if needed for 4 weeks, and then will look at surgery as the last result. Most AC injuries heal on their own, but the shoulder will not pull back up to the clavicle, but he would gain all motor and physical skills back. We are going to another guy in Fredericksburg on Wednesday (the best in the area we hear) to get a second opinion, and make sure we can't do anything else to help the healing. We may even travel down to San ANtonio due to the Patyraks (some best friends of mine, who are also in the medical field) recommendation. We love you guys and thank you for the prayers.
Other than injuries ect...we have been having a great time reading! Ryan is obsessed with some real documentary style hunting books about Africa, and he has had a lot more time to delve into his theology books, and I've been reading some classics!
For those of you in the area too...we are still looking at the Jingle Bell 5K in Zilker Park on Dec. 17th (Sunday night). We'd love for you to join us! :o)
Help My Unbelief
15 years ago
3 comments:
glad you got some news...be it good or bad. the Lord will use it for your good and His glory.
if you are referring to the patyrack here in SA, he came and did a talk over diabetes in children. just fyi. =) love you.
Laura -- thank you for the encouragement. The Lord has definantly taught us humility, patience, and trust through this! And you are right, for our good and His glory!!
My friend Shae is actually married to that doctor's son...Michael Patyrak!! Thanks for the info..you little nurse you! Miss you, you and Slade need to mark your calendar for reunion PS -- and I need your new address!
Hey!! I got your e-mail (and Cliff's) but today's been a crazy day. Dustin and I are praying for Ryan. Keep us informed. Love YOU!! and MISS YOU and can't wait until you COME HERE... you get the picture.
Get well soon, Ryan!!
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