Christmas 2010 brought several setbacks for Kara. She experienced five lacerations on the cornea of her left eye, multiple dislocations of her right patella, and a dislocation of her left hip. Kara is currently unable to walk, and has been confined to her home. On April 5, 2011 Kara underwent surgery to reset her left hip at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, in Palo Alto, CA. After discharge, Kara will have to wear a body cast for approximately two months.

This is her journey.

Thursday, May 5, 2011

COUNTDOWN

Kara's cast-off date is June 2.  Her orthopedic surgeon examined her today and said things seem to be progressing well.  Kara's non-weight bearing status has been lifted.  We are in the process of tapering her pain medication.

When the cast does come off, Kara will probably be stiff and guarded and won't move much for about two months.  She will start physical therapy to regain range of motion and possibly even her walking ability, though that is far in the future.

ALSO: We got copies of Kara's x-rays, pre and post-operative, and I will scan and post those later.
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  1. AnnMay 18, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    Glad to hear Kara is doing well. She is a lucky young lady to have her family's caring support. Make sure you all take good care of yourselves so you can continue to offer her continued support as she recovers.

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