Randall's Treatment Begins
Published by EW Zeller on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 11:01:00 PM.
4 Comments
Our first trip to Scottish Rite to treat Randall's club foot went well. It is a great facility, and we were able to get in and see the people we needed to with a minimum of inconvenience.
He is being treated using what is called the "Pontseti Method," which is the standard way to treat club foot and is very successful. Over the next couple months, he will be in a series of casts, changing every week, which will gradually move his foot into the correct position. Then, to make sure the foot holds in place, he will have to wear a brace for a couple of years after that.
If you are interested in what will be happening to Randall, I recommend you watch this video which explains the treatment.
The first cast was put on yesterday, and on Randall's right leg extends from his toes to his hip. He is a great patient. Though he was past due for time to eat, he was very patient, cried only a little, and mostly slept.
Last night was a bit difficult as he was having trouble getting comfortable and can't curl up as babies like to do. Please pray for Randall as he adjusts to this cast and for us as we take care of him!
Here's some pictures:
He is being treated using what is called the "Pontseti Method," which is the standard way to treat club foot and is very successful. Over the next couple months, he will be in a series of casts, changing every week, which will gradually move his foot into the correct position. Then, to make sure the foot holds in place, he will have to wear a brace for a couple of years after that.
If you are interested in what will be happening to Randall, I recommend you watch this video which explains the treatment.
The first cast was put on yesterday, and on Randall's right leg extends from his toes to his hip. He is a great patient. Though he was past due for time to eat, he was very patient, cried only a little, and mostly slept.
Last night was a bit difficult as he was having trouble getting comfortable and can't curl up as babies like to do. Please pray for Randall as he adjusts to this cast and for us as we take care of him!
Here's some pictures:
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| The First Cast |
What a blessing! Randall is adorable and I'm so thankful that his treatment is beginning well. Your family is in our prayers. :)
~Abby Borders
Randall is very cute. Praise the Lord for His kindness.
Also, that footage is very informative.
Andrew
he's so sweet. I wish I could hold him. Soon, I hope.
Thanx for sharing your experiences with us...it's humbling and inspiring. I can't wait to see what the LORD is going to do with his little leg...and his life!
i came across your blog while doing a google search. My 5 month old baby was also born with bilateral club foot and we also used the Ponsetti method. It can be a tough journey. you'll get stopped everywhere and have to explain "why he's in casts" Just add an extra 20 minutes to every errand you'll have. and if you need any cares/ concerns or just need to vent to someone who knows what you are going through let me know. he is adorable! enjoy every minute it goes by all too fast!