One week today in Shenton Park, and slowly getting into a routine.
First things first…the food is a great deal better than RPH, which Simon is very happy about.
One item we found problematic was Simon is now on fluid restrictions. This is for monitoring his input and output, to put it nicely. So he is only allowed to drink 125ml every 2 hourS and even though he is only allowed water, we all know he drinks more than that!
Simon started the rehabilitation process on Monday morning with Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. You should see him lifting weights, soon we will call his arms Des & Troy, together they Destroy…sorry, had to put that one in there!
On Tuesday mornings, all the surgeons and heads of departments come together to discuss each person in Shenton Park. This is to follow up on their progress and to adjust any current treatment. So Simon is keen to find out progress reports from the doctors. The sooner that halo and jacket contraption get the heave ho, the better!
The halo is actually for tracking, the pins that are ever so gently tightened into his forehead and the back of his head, track the movement of the pins with the scaring they leave. I would put a close up on the pictures, but, lets be honest, its not pretty. They had to replace one of the back pins yesterday as it was bending, that explains the pressure being put on by these pins.
Simons’ day consists of getting ready for Physio from 10.00am to 12.00pm, a break for lunch, then 2pm to 4pm, Occ Therapy. By the time he gets in and out of chairs and has a look at his guns in the mirror, he has dinner, lets me fuss around him, then starts to nod off.
He has even asked if he can get into the gym on the weekends. I am sure that will change once the footy starts.
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To Bourno and Marina. We are religously checking back on this site for updates and stand proud of the strength and resilience you guys continue to show. Over here its hard not to feel so far away and wish we could be there to help out with the little things or the big things for that matter. Thankfully your growing list of a million mates are on hand to help too. Keep the updates coming and we'll try give you a call over the weekend.
ReplyDeleteBig Love from pommy land.
The Cuz's
Bourney..
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you have moved to Shenton Park. Keep you chin up bud.. Friends new and old are all thinking of you and are certain your strength and determination will get you through this.
Thanks Marina for the blog updates.. you really are a superwoman.. Here's to a speedy recovery and hoping your back home with your beautiful family soon.
Best Regards
Mark Cunningham & Family
Dear Simon and Marina, more greetings from across the globe, been reading your updates and equally as proud of you all, your strength and positivity have shone through all of your posts. We'll be with you in spirit all the way through and so sorry that we can't be more on hand to help.
ReplyDeleteKatie B, Will and Betty xx
Dear Simon Just a quick note to let you know we've been thinking of you. I'm sure your positivity will help you to a speedy recovery, it sounds like Marina has everything very organised and under control - what an amazing person. Love Roz & John Gablikis
ReplyDeleteHi Simon. Just A Quick Note To Say Me And Mum Are Thinking Off You And We Hope You Get Better Soon. Glad To Here You Have Moved To Shenton Park. Lots Of Love Susan And Laura
ReplyDeleteHi Simon and Marina, Just reading Thursday's blog. Sounds like a lot of b****y hard work to say the least but hard work gets results and that's what you want. Wish we could help but we are thinking of you and will keep on doing so,sending you both and the girls STRONG vibes for good progress. Best Wishes, Ann and Norm Woods.
ReplyDeletekeep up the hard work Simon, will pop in and visit soon..Kerryn
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