An update on Moo
19 October 2020
Hello everyone!
Because of the support on this page, The Mcleods have been able to pay for all the testing and physio over the long 17 weeks since Mela’s injury. She has made progress but as the experts say the progress is slow as with all major nerve damage injuries.
Mela had an orthopedic consultation this week which confirmed that this complex problem needs input from neurologists, medical consultants who specialize in movement disorders, and of course, physiotherapy.
Unfortunately, because Mela’s problem was initially misdiagnosed, her parents have had to seek help within the private sector. This help has included doctors’ referrals for an MRI and CT scan which they have had to pay for.
Seventeen weeks of agony and heartbreak watching their daughter’s life change completely.
The family is trying to survive on one salary as Tiff has resigned from her (day) job. Well into the night, Tiff creates art in an effort to help with ongoing costs.
With the news that further investigations are required and despite the generosity of Flexa Clinic, and the fact that the physiotherapy is partially covered by ACC, the financial burden is huge. Added to the cost of treatment is the cost of transport.
Mela puts in an incredible effort...but she is SO tired.
Thank you for your support. Please tell your networks etc so they can help this family do all that they can to get Mela back to the life she loved.
Love Gen & Georgia (The Aunties) xx