Dermatologist

Quick update, Matt got in to see the dermatologist here in Red Deer. His acne has cleared a bit, but unfortunately from the meds he now has boils and cysts. She is going to take him off the Accutane for awhile and put him on an antibiotic. She also recommended Matt to wash his back with a prescription cleanser and then wash it off with baking soda and water. Matt really liked her and she seemed to enjoy talking to him because she told him to always book the last appt of the day so they can visit.
That Matt, always charming the girls!

Dr. McLean

I took Matt to his appt with Dr. McLean yesterday. Number 1 concern was his left shoulder and the chronic pain Matt is going through. We had discussed getting private physio on it however the physical therapists stated that until the reason behind the pain is fixed, it will only be a temporary fix. They examined Matt's chair and felt that the arm rest on the left side was to low and too far back. They did some adjustments and Matt did say it felt better. Because there is no muscle tone in that arm, Matt puts it wherever it feels comfortable, even if it is not in the best position. Sonja, the occupational therapist, wants to come to the house next week and see what Matt looks like when he is in the bed. On explanation on how he is laying, she thinks that the shoulder is being pulled too far forward and is causing too much stretching of the joint and area. Dr. McLean felt that Matt looks stronger and commented on his right arm having more mobility than in June. Matt's spasms are a little less as well. It was nice for Matt to have so many of the staff remember him as we went throughout the hospital. I think he made such a positive impression on everyone he encountered.
Matt then went with mom for one more chiropractor appt until next year. Mom had also went for her appt too.
Christmas is fast approaching and thank goodness all the staff parties are done. They were great fun and one was held at Heritage Ranch with real wood burning fireplaces and a sleigh ride. Very nice. Jonmarie and Shaunie had their Christmas production and it turned out very well, except Shaunie had a halo that kept falling off so she forgot to sing! Of course her over animated actions to the song didn't help!
Last night we went on the buses from the Children's Service Center and looked at the Christmas decorations on some of the houses. The girls sang Christmas carols, their own and not the ones everyone else was singing! We got pictures with Santa and stopped at Parkland Greenhouses for hot chocolate and cookies.
Nolan has been down a few times on his way to some field jobs in Leduc. Most of the time he is in Calgary but every once in awhile he needs to go out on the job.
Well, still need to wrap presents so better go!