Mom had another neurology appt. where they did an electrical test on her feet/legs -- testing to see what sort of permanent nerve damage has been done. I think the staff at Pac Spec doesn't think she's making quick enough progress, but as we've all learned Mom has been recovering at a steady yet slow pace. There's definitely still some nerve damage in her feet (towards the toes), but none of it is permanent. Those are the longest nerves in the body, so it makes sense that those are taking the longest to heal. As long as she keeps up the PT and movements, she should continue to heal. The doctor even noticed her progress in the 5 weeks or so since he saw her last - not just in her breathing, but nerve/movement in her feet. ....proving again that her recovery rate is still very slow and steady.
She is continuing to work on her oral food intake. I think her trach is still healing and the feeding tube is still down her throat, so it is uncomfortable for her to swallow and not feel like she's going to throw up. Once the food travels past her throat, she's fine.
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