Westen’s recovery update
6 November 2024
6 week update, last week we did a lot of final check ups on Westen's abdominal area, which was all very positive. His spleen and kidneys are healing well, both still have hematomas on them but are getting smaller every day. The lesion on his spleen is healing well on its own, almost fully healed leaving slight scar tissue only.
The surgeon at Siloam hospital wanted to operate on his back very early on, we felt this was too soon putting a lot of pressure on his spleen/stomach area, as they had only just recovered from all the drugs/antibiotics.
We sort 2nd and 3rd opinions for the fracture of his L2 transverse fracture both surgeons said not to remove the bone. As, Westen is very young and has no pain in the area meant the bone is not affecting his spinal movements in any form. At this point in time we have decided to take the no surgery pathway.
After an extensive examination session with an Osteopath who put his body through a lot of movements and realigned him, he was given the okay to start an extensive rehab training programme and given the okay to get back in the water. We were stoked to hear this news! Rehab has been going smoothly with Westen putting in the hard yards.
A huge thank you to everyone who sent good vibes and healing messages , who hung out and supported him while recovering in hospital and at home and lastly for the amazing financial support from you all. This has eased the pressure of covering medical bills and ongoing going rehab. ❤️🙏
