Physical Therapists, Stephanie & Lauren, write:
All the rehab team did an impressively comprehensive job working with Meloonda directly as well as preparing the educational materials and equipment for this adventure. Yesterday at Meloonda's house here in Haiti, we got all the equipment assembled while Meloonda and her mother got reacquainted. It was also very heartwarming to see how Meloonda's sister responded to Meloonda's return. Very sweet.
Those here in Haiti, who knew Meloonda prior to her rehab trip to the states immediately remarked on the improvements in her head control, her ability to open her mouth for feeding and ability to reach.
Today Lauren and I have laid out a plan for education and instruction focusing on safe swallowing (positioning to minimize risk of aspiration), the importance of changing position (prone, out of chair, standing etc) and review of use of the equipment. We will also be making some field adaptions to the seating system.
The hurricane blew away their former tent, but the family acquired two days ago a new (and better) tent and tarp. Unfortunately, most of Mr. Bregard's books were water damaged by the storm.
Good for all here that the rains appear to have stopped today -- this country sure needs a break.
Those here in Haiti, who knew Meloonda prior to her rehab trip to the states immediately remarked on the improvements in her head control, her ability to open her mouth for feeding and ability to reach.
Today Lauren and I have laid out a plan for education and instruction focusing on safe swallowing (positioning to minimize risk of aspiration), the importance of changing position (prone, out of chair, standing etc) and review of use of the equipment. We will also be making some field adaptions to the seating system.
The hurricane blew away their former tent, but the family acquired two days ago a new (and better) tent and tarp. Unfortunately, most of Mr. Bregard's books were water damaged by the storm.
Good for all here that the rains appear to have stopped today -- this country sure needs a break.
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