Quadrilateral Lengthening with Dr. Paley

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but the video is private. none of us can see it

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Hey Doingitforme I hope I don't seem like a douche for posting these videos.  I'm in no means going through this process comfortably and want to show off I just wish I could have seen more videos of people doing daily things in previous blogs.  This is my contribution bud.  I hope the video is not private now.

My next video will show how to get in a car from the wheelchair which was something a friend at Homewood Suites requested I record.  I also have a video of an easy way to get into pools. Those will be posted after my two therapies and after picking up my modem from comcast.  My father is only here for a day or two and I need to make the most of him before I spend the next 6 months alone 

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I don't think you're a douche for posting videos at all. I think you're looking great by the way.

Quote from: Iamready on December 02, 2015, 12:45:23 PMSome videos will be tips some will be progress of how well 'm improving.  I'll tell you , the smart chair takes some getting used to.  You can knock some people over like bowling balls if you forget to park that chair and lean on the controls.
I usually turn it off when I don't plan on moving for a while. This way I don't accidentally move the chair.

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You're looking good overall mate. I'm assuming you are putting all your force/weight/pressure on your walker as you move.

Seems like overall good progress. Thank you so much for the videos also they provide great visual representation about how life will be like. Keep them coming!

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day before op


11-25-15  Around .65-75 inch lengthened

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Hi Iamready

You look great!! I thought you can't walk even with walker. Keep it up!  Thank you for sharing your video.  It is quite informative and encouraging.
By the way, you look already taller than your dad! Keep it up! 

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Nice video, You are getting your goal.

You looks awesome, your upper body is graat.

Cheers.

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Great progress dude, I`m thinking on doing quadrilateral in 4-5 years, may you give some details about pain and pain progression so far?
Also, how much time it will take to the day of the surgery until the completion?

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Sorry that you feel like you're having a bad time.

I remember the unease every time I got an x ray, worried that there was a problem that would slow things down. Just remember, this will all be over eventually. Think of how amazing it will feel, flying back home and being done with it all- your goal realized. You have to have your eye on the prize. I know it is savage and wears on you- but it does end, and it will all be worth it.

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I agree with you "DOINGITFORME" about not wanting Paley for the 2 week checkups because he is extremely busy and can only dedicate a little time during the visit.  I would much rather him give his time to the beautiful brave children who are being given a chance at a better more comfortable life.  Having said that, if any unusual pains or discomforts arise I will deal with his long wait time to get the proper and safe diagnosis.  Which doctors do you recommend for the 2 week checkups?  My appointment is next Friday with Ms. Packer.  She has been a sweetheart so far and I hope to be able to spend a bit more time with her to look over my x-rays and make sure everything is ok and check my improved flexion. 

Mr. PROGRAMDUDE, thanks for visiting and I wish you a successful and painless recovery. Your bone will be stronger than ever and hopefully you'll be back to charming the ladies of NY in no time.

Things are getting better lengthening at .5 cm a day.  My frustration was how tight I had gotten even though I put so much effort on stretching.  I should have been focusing my energy on my Achilles and not the myriad of exercises I was given by PT.  That's all water under the bridge, we are on the same page now and I think they overestimated my flexibility because they measure me warm.   I didn't know if it was an injury so I played it safe with the stretches.  My body was quick to lose its flex when I had taken a brief breather during my horrifically painful weekend.  Also I went to the prosthetic company that made my flexion brace and made some comfort changes to the boot I have to wear 20 hours a day and had them add padding on the areas of discomfort.  I still get strong cramps on my left leg  while sleeping with them but at least I am wearing them properly.

Here are my most recent x-rays.
Perhaps someone can chime in on the consolidation so I know if it's ok that i'm lengthening a low rate.  Thanks all and enjoy images of my broken legs.  I have sharpened the zoom in of the consolidation x-ray so any of you with experience can chime in.





I met up with 2 prospective patients.  If you guys are lurking don't be shy and text me with any questions you have.  I only need monitor my business a few hours a day due to my awesome cousin who is busting his ass, and the rest of my time is dedicated to this journey.  He will be rewarded with a Cancun trip once i'm consolidated.  I'll post again soon.  Off to a warm bath and some early morning theraband stretches!