As you can see Jordan is doing fantastically and may be discharged from hospital on Monday (8th Feb).  He will go back to have stitches out in a week or so and will return for his casting (for his two new prosthetic limbs) on 1st March. His rehab is due to start 15th March 2010. He is really glad he had the other leg amputated and is eager to get going! Thanks to everyone for their cards, texts etc

Tracey, Dean and Kai

Jordan had his operation Monday afternoon (1 Feb) and spent a day and a half in ITU.  The operation went well with adjustments to “Forest” and amputation of the left leg above the knee. The surgeon was pleased with the outcome. Jordan has not had the same chest problems this time which is good news. Now that Jordan’s pain is under control, he is doing really well and is sitting up today eating and reading and even doing some maths with the school teacher! The plaster will come off tomorrow and physio will start in the next couple of days.  Love Dean and Tracey

Jordan had his check up on 16th December at the RNOH.  They were very pleased with his progress and his walking.  Jordan was keen to find out when he can have the other leg amputated.  The surgery is planned for Monday 1st February 2010 at RNOH, will keep you all posted!

Love from Tracey & Dean

Jordan has quickly progressed from walking frame to crutches this week and is doing better than anyone imagined.  Still having physio twice a day and using the exercise ball and sometimes the Wii machine.  He still gets phantom pains late at night which mean he can’t get to sleep so we have asked to see the specialist pain nurse today.

Week 3 of rehab is going really well for Jordan.  He has his new prosthetic leg now which he is finding much more comfortable and easier to get on.  His new leg has a knee joint and he used it to sit down in a normal chair today. Jordan is having physio twice a day and he is trying to fit in his school work too.  Thanks to everyone for their support, especially family and friends!

Tracey & Jordan xx

Jordan was admitted back to RNOH this week to begin his rehab programme.  He had the first fitting of his prosthetic leg yesterday and managed to tolerate the “socket” and stood on the leg.  He even managed a couple of steps.  The next few weeks are about getting him stronger, getting the fit of the leg right and getting him standing for longer periods of time.  He is trying to get his school work done in between physio sessions and my mum and I have been helping with with an art project – looking around the grounds for things for him to draw and paint (still life).  My mum has made some proper “eyes” for “Forrest” and this has made the nurses and physios laugh!
The staff at the Royal National Orthopaedic hospital have been fantastic – very helpful and supportive and I would like to thank them all – the doctors, nurses, physios, teachers, play specialists and everyone involved in Jordan’s care.
Pictures of “Forrest” to follow soon!
Tracey x

Hello everyone

Just to let you all know that Jordan is back at home until Monday 28th Sept.

Have to go back to RNOH for the day this coming Friday for the stitches to come out and for a cast to be taken of “Forest” (his stump!).

Once he is readmitted on Monday 28th he will be in hospital for 4 to 6 weeks, allowed home at weekends. Fitting of the prosthetic will take place on Tues 29th Sept and Thursday 1st October.

He is doing well, has physio exercises to do 2/3 times a day, still getting phantom pains but has special drugs to dampen that down.

Here are a couple of photos showing how well Jordan is adjusting!

Love Dean, Tracey and Kai

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Jordan is doing well and has started his physio programme.  Has stood up a few times with the parallel bars.  His chest is improving and we took him to the cafe for cooked breakfast this morning!  They may let Jordan home for the weekend then back Monday to have his stiches out.  They are doing the cast for his prosthetic leg next Friday then fitting the following Tuesday and Thursday.  All is going well and Jordan is proving to be as tough as ever! He has no regrets at all about the surgery and is already talking about having the other leg done!

Thanks to everyone for their messages, cards, presents and visits.

Love Dean & Tracey
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Jordan is now back on the ward and doing very well.  Sat out in his wheelchair today and did quite a few exercises with the physiotherapist Emily.  He also stood up on crutches for a few seconds with his other physio Sheila.  He is getting phantom pains and his chest still needs to clear but overall he is doing remarkably well.  In a side room for now as his white blood cell count has gone quite low.

Thanks as ever for all your messages and cards.

Love Tracey & Dean