United Brachial Plexus Network, Inc.

Hi Everyone. It wasn't until I spoke with Marshall (catchatrain) on the phone that I realized I hadn't been here in a long time. Chris' cast came off on March 27, he started physical therapy and the Muscle stimulator on March 29. Nothing was happening at first and we were a little concerned so I called Dr. Shin at Mayo and he said that it just may be too early. Then on April 6, after much praying for a miracle, his new muscle started jumping every time he used the stimulator. One step closer, but still a lot of steps away. But it gives us HOPE!

He is back out with friends, actually using my car a little too much now since his is a 5-speed and he can't drive it. It's sitting in the driveway and I've been trying to get him to just move it into the garage! Anyway, I just wanted to wish everyone a blessed Easter weekend and to let you know that everyone here is in my thoughts and prayers. My heart breaks for all of you because of what Chris has been through. God Bless you!

Angie

Glad to hear Chris is getting out and about. Stephen is out and still going to physical therapy. He has shown great improvement. We are waiting to hear of an appointment with Dr. Nath in our area for a consultation. We are very excited. Have a Happy Easter!

Diane (Stephen's Mom)

Angie I haven't been on here for sometime David is so behind in school I had to get a loan to send him to Sylvan Learning Center so I drive him from our house to Sylvan which is an hour away everyday right now he goes 2 hour classes a day and than on June 12th he will start classes for 4 hours a day just wish it wasn't such a drive. I am so glad to hear about Chris tell him hi from us. It is so hard David is so frustrated and maybe it is still too early but no movement yet and we don't know when I just look at him at night when he is sleeping and just wish I could go back in time but impossible I feel so bad for him and all he wants is to be normal we go back for a check up in June. I did call Dr. Shin myself to talk to him he did return my call but I wasn't in both times he called back and I just hate to bother him but I wish he could talk to David he is down in the dumps and he is always telling me he can't do this he can't do that and I am always telling him don't say that till you try and you can't than you can say you can't I am just so worn out and of course his dad isn't helping what so ever and that makes it hard we haven't been together for over a year and thats hard on David 2, but he is adapting. I pray and I pray and nothing seems to be working and its so frustrating and all I do is cry and cry. Angie I am glad to hear Chris is doing well. You guiys take care and keep in touch. Your in my Prayers too...