We had a great appointment with Dr. Standard yesterday afternoon! In 30 days of turning struts....Lex has gained 4.5 cm (1.77 inches) of growth, and the new bone is coming in beautifully!
She is still having problems getting her leg straight, so we are slowing down the turns for 2 weeks to give her muscles a break, and she'll have to wear a knee brace during the night.
Her pin site infection is clearing up, and she has her appetite back and on her feet again!
As far as coming home.....we will find out a date HOPEFULLY at the next appointment in 2 weeks. Overall....very happy!!
Here is a pic of the x-ray taken yesterday. Look at that beautiful bone! Oh, and we are OFFICIALLY finished turning the bottom struts for deformity correction. The bone is aligned and will heal straight! Yay!!!
This is the bulletin board just outside our room. Lex is really feeling the love! Thanks for the cards and get-well wishes! :)
Lex and her friend Bella, who also has Fibular Hemimelia :)
Underwater fun!
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