We finally got in for our evaluation by the wonderful folks up at West Texas Rehab. Athan charmed everyone in the room, of course. :) And, as expected, they confirmed yet again that Athan demonstrates developmental delay in large and small motor skills. That's it. Every other area shows him age-appropriate or ahead.
Also, WT Rehab contracts with the schools to do therapy, so Athan sees some of the same folks at school as he will at "the gym" (as Athan prefers to call it). The PT - Jody - is good with just doing sessions at school and evaluating later to see if we need to add some sessions, depending on his progress in the next few months. OT we decided to add one half-hour session every other week on top of what he gets at school.
Jody also referred us over to ortho to get Athan fitted for some new ankle braces. He did NOT like the casting process they did to get a mold of his ankle. They'll call in a few weeks when they're ready and we'll go in for a fitting.
So far, the report from the therapists is that Athan is a joy to work with. We're so proud of his determination and hard work! :)
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I'm a little jealous of Jody. :) Glad the sessions went well!!!
The many doctors and specialists that you all have to keep up with and coordinate gives me a headache to think about. It gives me an even bigger headache to think about having to transfer medical files and medical histories to new doctors and specialists.
Yet, you seemed to have handled it beautifully. Well done, friend. I know it has been no small task. And I am sure that the transition time as you get adjusted to these new doctors and their way of doing things may be emotional, frustrating, and challenging at times. Praying for grace and patience for you all in the midst of it.
I know everyone reading will be smiling.... and thinking.....DITTO! He is a joy to be around!! We (Nana & Papa) are so partial, so we of course love it when others see it our way!! Can't wait for my visit!
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