tara
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I took Holly to her three month post-surgical appointment on Monday. She saw her orthopedic surgeon and neurologist. They did radiographs which revealed complete healing of all fractures. Even better news was that Holly had no arthritic changes since the surgery! The neurologist said Holly has no remaining CP neurologic deficits, which was tremendous news as well.
They were very pleased with the results of our physical therapy work. Holly now walks well on all four legs. If it weren't for the tail amputation, one would never know the trauma Holly endured three months ago. We were given the all clear to resume normal activity and told there is no need to come to the University again for further check-ups.
I am to continue Adequan injections once a month for the remainder of Holly's life. Her surgeon said she may have some arthritis in the right hip as the years go by, but there is nothing to do now except keep Holly in good physical condition and watch for signs of any changes.
I am beyond thrilled that we made it through this ordeal. Just three months ago, I didn't know whether Holly would be able to use the bathroom on her own, or walk again on all four legs. Her recovery has been a lot of work, but I am so grateful that we got such wonderful results. I'm going to take pictures of Holly now, then post a photo of her when she first came home from surgery and at the start of our PT work. The changes are really something!! I'll post them once I can get over my technical limitations.
Thank you all so much for your support and encouragement over the last three months!! This is a wonderful community.
They were very pleased with the results of our physical therapy work. Holly now walks well on all four legs. If it weren't for the tail amputation, one would never know the trauma Holly endured three months ago. We were given the all clear to resume normal activity and told there is no need to come to the University again for further check-ups.
I am to continue Adequan injections once a month for the remainder of Holly's life. Her surgeon said she may have some arthritis in the right hip as the years go by, but there is nothing to do now except keep Holly in good physical condition and watch for signs of any changes.
I am beyond thrilled that we made it through this ordeal. Just three months ago, I didn't know whether Holly would be able to use the bathroom on her own, or walk again on all four legs. Her recovery has been a lot of work, but I am so grateful that we got such wonderful results. I'm going to take pictures of Holly now, then post a photo of her when she first came home from surgery and at the start of our PT work. The changes are really something!! I'll post them once I can get over my technical limitations.
Thank you all so much for your support and encouragement over the last three months!! This is a wonderful community.