Always glad to have the family back together for some snuggle time. Finally saw Eddie for the first time since his injury - as a parent this has been difficult for me to navigate. I feel awful and sad for him to have to miss out - but also so thankful, because it could be worse. While Eddie has a look of defeat, he really is in pretty good spirits, and is feeling pretty good as long as he doesn't move the wrong way.
Tuesday - Mom got vaccinated (flu shot and booster)
Wednesday - Orthopedic follow up at Children's Clinic in Delafield. Repeat X-rays were done. And the bad news of 12 weeks before he can play competitively on the ice again. Plan is in 4 week increments. 4 weeks (3 more from now) of splinting - follow up at clinic. Then 4 more weeks of no splinting and low intensity lower body exercise possibly. No skating until after 8 weeks and that is no contact - then 4 more weeks (12 weeks total) potentially back at it. The PA said there is a chance it could be slightly shorter depending on healing - but they really don't' want to chance anything because re-breaking just sets him back further.
We opted for the 'new' brace/splint - to allow him more mobility in his elbow (most important to keep his elbow at his side). The wrist can be let free to move around as long as elbow stays immobile. Of course Eddie ended up not loving this new option, but he does wear it at night. Follow up 11/2 - hoping for healing.
Always love a good sweat session. Still running 6-7 days a week, although have moved to the treadmill most days now that it isn't colder out and dark early.
Friday - Eddie joined the team for Film session. Was able to watch the last bit of practice beforehand.
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