United Brachial Plexus Network, Inc.

Hey all,
Sorry it has been so long, but I am back. I am proud to say that one month after surgery my splint finally came off. I had the Mod Quad on May 13, and the PT said that I can finally take it off on June 14. I, like Kamren, am doing PT 2 time a week and aqua therapy once a week. I just left my first aqua therapy. WOW!! If any of you get the chance to do it I totally reccomend it. I was able to do things that I never could have before the sugery. I am so happy.And look I am typing with two hands again. Anyway, just thought I would let you all know how thing are going.

Brian

Congratulations Brian! What a wonderful feeling to be moving again. I hope you continue to gain more range as time goes by. Best Wishes!
Shannon (mom to Makenna, robpi)

WOW Brian

You must be jumping for joy... Aqua therapy I think is the best. I can't wait to hear about all your new movements.

Tell us what you have gained in one short month.

Happy for you
Kath

I have to agree on that Aqua therapy:) It is amazing what I can do in the water, that I can't on land:) I am only 2 weeks into my PT and the therapist is amazed at how much my ROM has improved. I hope it goes just as well for you!

I was so excited because the last 2 days I drove to my PT appt, and steered the car with only my BPI arm!:)

Brian,
CONGRATULATIONS!! The power of prayers is great, isn't it and I marvel that you only found UBPN in April!! All things ARE possible. Water therapy /excercise is really helping me too.I go to a local Woman's Health club pool every day that I can.You are never too old to learn new things...
Can't wait to meet you next Camp 2005! Start saving money...
Carolyn

Yes Kamren it is wonderful driving with it. I also drove home with my BPI arm after Aqua therapy. It is great. I can reach the back of my head now. I can somewhat rotate my arm when it is out to the side. I can't suppinate my hand yet. I don't think I will be able to. The doctor doesn't think that part of the surgery worked. However, I am learning new moves every day. I realize that I can do something new and I just start laughing. We are working on keeping my elbow at my side when I do things. Have any of you had that problem? Whenever I lift something, my elbow wings out. The PT thinks she can help me prevent that. I will keep you all posted on my progress. Also, I got an email from Glen. He had surgery last week and is learning a new life with his splint. I guess he is not home yet, but is keeping me updated. I will also let you know how he is doing. C-ya.
Brian

Yes...I am having the same problem...also with me lifting the whole shoulder, not just the arm. I have to concentrate to squeeze my shoulder blades together to keep me from lifting it.

Hey Brian!! Congratulations on healing so well. Be good to your arm and don't over use it now! Talk to you soon.
*HUGS*

Hi Brian,

This is great news. Congrats.

Hugs, Karen

Brian:

Congratulations on your recovery and great progress!!

John P.