Peter had surgery on Thursday after his Wednesday fall. They stabilized the vertebrae in his lumbar spine and pulled it back to as close to its original shape as they could, reconstructing it with screws and a rod. His vertebrae had been crushed so they took out all the bone splinter as well.
He had a second surgery on Friday putting in a lateral strut to further support the bone, prevent compacting of the spinal cord and give space for the bone to regenerate.
The surgeons are optimistic that it will heal well, though the bone won't be what it was. They will do at least three days of PT before they discharge him, saying it will take months to heal and stairs might be painful but possible.
We look forward to those three PT days to really get a sense of where he is at physically, and what kind of environment will be needed for his recuperation.
THANK YOU ALL SO VERY MUCH FOR YOURS PRAYERS AND CONCERN. Please continue to pray for his physical healing, and for his fortitude and courage.
Much love,
Joan Henjum
Peace,
Michael
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On Aug 19, 2022, at 07:38, Cynthia Vance via Dialogue <dialogue@lists.wedgeblade.net> wrote:
Oh, Joanie
Sending healing vibes to your son!
Cynthia Vance
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Prayers 🙏
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On Aug 18, 2022, at 12:00 PM, Wendell Refior via Dialogue <dialogue@lists.wedgeblade.net> wrote:
May the force of Life make him strong and heal the tragic wound.
Prayers for a speedy recovery from a successful surgery.
Wendell Refior
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Sincerely yours.
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Wendell
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