Another accident for Frank
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Another accident for Frank
My son Frank was in another car accident last Wed. He is in a coma. First it was the motorcyle accident in 2005, now this. Poor kid. Please send prayers. The bad arm is so meaningless at this point. Be thankful for your good working arm.
- Christopher
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- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: Date of Injury: 12/15/02
Level of Injury:
-dominant side C5, C6, & C7 avulsed. C8 & T1 stretched & crushed
BPI Related Surgeries:
-2 Intercostal nerves grafted to Biceps muscle,
-Free-Gracilis muscle transfer to Biceps Region innervated with 2 Intercostal nerves grafts.
-2 Sural nerves harvested from both Calves for nerve grafting.
-Partial Ulnar nerve grafted to Long Triceps.
-Uninjured C7 Hemi-Contralateral cross-over to Deltoid muscle.
-Wrist flexor tendon transfer to middle, ring, & pinky finger extensors.
Surgical medical facility:
Brachial Plexus Clinic at The Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN
(all surgeries successful)
"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are."
~Theodore Roosevelt - Location: Los Angeles, California USA
Re: Another accident for Frank
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you.
Christopher
Christopher
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Re: Another accident for Frank
That is terrible. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Frank and your family.
Re: Another accident for Frank
Prayers are coming your way. I can't even imagine going through such a tragedy for a 2nd time. God Bless, Sue
Re: Another accident for Frank
I'm so sorry my prayers are with you Frank and your family
Mare
Mare
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- Joined: Wed Nov 28, 2007 2:04 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: Motorcycle accident Oct 8, '06. TBI and LTBPI. Brachial Plexus Reconstructive surgery at the Mayo by Shin/Bishop/Spinner Jul '07. Gracilis muscle transfer for new bicep is working somewhat, still have a way to go-no hand-to-mouth motion yet!
- Location: Beavercreek, Ohio 45434
Re: Another accident for Frank
My heart goes out to you, Frank and the rest of the family!! I'm truely sorry to hear that!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!
God Bless,
Brent
God Bless,
Brent
- hope16_05
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- Joined: Tue Jul 01, 2003 11:33 am
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: 28 years old with a right obstetrical brachial plexus injury. 5 surgeries to date with pretty decent results. Last surgery resolved years of pain in my right arm however, I am beginning my journey with overuse in my left arm
- Location: Minnesota
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Re: Another accident for Frank
Thoughts and Prayers for Frank and family. No one should have to go through so much trauma twice.
Please keep us posted on Frank's recovery.
Hugs,
Amy 20 years old ROBPI from MN
Please keep us posted on Frank's recovery.
Hugs,
Amy 20 years old ROBPI from MN
Amy 28 years old ROBPI from MN
Re: Another accident for Frank
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Frank and your family. It seems like just yesterday that we held vigil over Dustin's bed as he was in a coma. I remember how just opening his eyes for a few seconds thrilled us so much. He has come so far and we hope to hear wonderful recovery stories as Frank improves.
Sue
Sue
Re: Another accident for Frank
My prayers and best wishes are with you and Frank. God bless...