Mike's gastric tube came out today. Dr. Hoeflich reports, and Mike confirms, that the tube was hard to get out and took two good tugs. Gastric tubes are held with a balloon inside the stomach; the removal involves yanking it out through the abdomen walls. There was talk of Mike's rock hard six pack inhibiting the removal but I suspect that was only talk. That's the last of the tubes going in or coming out -- a good milestone.
Yesterday, the PT had Mike up on all fours doing some amazing yoga positions. I could not have hoped that Mike retained as much strength as he exhibited. He was doing downward dog and plank and child's pose and he was doing them with more tenacity than I have ever shown in yoga. He worked so hard that he ended up getting sick toward the end but I was heartened by how great his body is pulling through.
We've begun outfitting the house for Mike's return. He will probably be home on a walker and have a wheelchair for longer hauls so there are pathways to clear and, of course, there is a master suite to trick out into a lair.
3 comments:
Dear Mike,
You are in our thoughts. I am glad to see how much progress you have made after all you have been through. My current practice is with young stoke patients, Please let me know if there is anything I can do or if you have any questions. I have some contacts in the PacNW who specialize in this as well. Catlin, your work here is incredible.
Joe Aragon
Dear Mike,
What a shock to learn that you have been hospitalized. We're hoping you feel better with every day. You're very much in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can help in any way.
Connie and Hawkin
Dear Mike and Caitlin,
I am pleased to hear that you are feeling better. Thank you for creating the blog. Even though I am far away, I can keep in touch and let you know that your are in my thoughts. I hope the best for you and your family. I am happy to help with anything.
Cherie Parungo Erkmen
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