Sunday, September 7, 2008

struck with Gout

Hi folks,

Sorry it's been a couple of days but nothing really interesting has been happening with Dennis. A couple of days ago, he was able to walk out of his room to take a look around. He walked about 20 feet and returned to his room. Since then he has been struck with gout. The pain has been intense and he has not been able to walk since. His ankles and knees are feeling a bit better today.

The plan is for him to move to the rehab center on Monday. He will be doing 7 hours of therapy daily to get him really going - physically and mentally. They anticipate he will be there for 4-6 weeks. He will be allowed visitors on the unit but it will be limited to evenings and weekends. Once I find out his detailed therapy schedule, I will post what times will be best for visits.

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1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Wow Dennis these folks are really pulling for your recovery - seven hours a day! They gonna break for lunch - I mean for you, not just them, you gotta eat when you are on the Olympic-like schedule!! Enjoy every good thing and be thankful for all - look for the good in everything. It will help you to heal!! May God continue to bless you in all good things. Jeff N