MEDICAL UPDATE THURSDAY 7:30 PM
Hello from Codyland,
I had a meeting with the 2nd floor and 5th floor to coordinate Cody's move which we have been discussing for a few days now as I have been very uncomfortable with even the thought of returning to the 2nd floor. Everyone seems to be on red alert handling the transfer properly which is great to see and per my "request" we secured the only private room on the 2nd floor for rehab so we feel even better about the move, especially after the last time we were down here. Private room was a must in my book to even consider the move from the 5th floor and well deserved after the mess we were put through that took days to fix and correct.
For Cody it is critical to his recovery that we can monitor and control the stimulation and that he feels secure and comfortable in his environment so there was no negotiating this in my mind.
So we have moved to rehab floor 2. He has had a good day today. He feels better than he has in a long time which is good to see. He has taken less pain medicine today even though his pain remains peaks and valleys. Good days and bad days either way is progress.
Dr. S and Dr. L have been a huge help in making the magic happen around here. I do feel like there are some people who do the duck an hide around me which is probably best after this roller coaster ride we have been on. However I will say I am liking the follow through that is happening and the staff that has chosen to rise to the occasion. So I will say Thank you to them for that.
I am excited to see how Cody will do tomorrow for all of his PT therapy as of tomorrow he will be doing all kinds of structured therapy for 3 hours. This is exciting for all of us. He will go through rehab without the bone flap to make sure his antibiotics are finished and the infection is gone. So we will be looking at that surgery around the 20th.
We look forward to tomorrow it will be a tough day for sure so I know how great you all are about sending motivations his way so I ask of you to send some pep this way so I can read him some great comments before his day starts tomorrow!!
Rehab will be peaks and valleys of progress. Cody is looking forward to getting started.
For Now Until Then
Draven
I had a meeting with the 2nd floor and 5th floor to coordinate Cody's move which we have been discussing for a few days now as I have been very uncomfortable with even the thought of returning to the 2nd floor. Everyone seems to be on red alert handling the transfer properly which is great to see and per my "request" we secured the only private room on the 2nd floor for rehab so we feel even better about the move, especially after the last time we were down here. Private room was a must in my book to even consider the move from the 5th floor and well deserved after the mess we were put through that took days to fix and correct.
For Cody it is critical to his recovery that we can monitor and control the stimulation and that he feels secure and comfortable in his environment so there was no negotiating this in my mind.
So we have moved to rehab floor 2. He has had a good day today. He feels better than he has in a long time which is good to see. He has taken less pain medicine today even though his pain remains peaks and valleys. Good days and bad days either way is progress.
Dr. S and Dr. L have been a huge help in making the magic happen around here. I do feel like there are some people who do the duck an hide around me which is probably best after this roller coaster ride we have been on. However I will say I am liking the follow through that is happening and the staff that has chosen to rise to the occasion. So I will say Thank you to them for that.
I am excited to see how Cody will do tomorrow for all of his PT therapy as of tomorrow he will be doing all kinds of structured therapy for 3 hours. This is exciting for all of us. He will go through rehab without the bone flap to make sure his antibiotics are finished and the infection is gone. So we will be looking at that surgery around the 20th.
We look forward to tomorrow it will be a tough day for sure so I know how great you all are about sending motivations his way so I ask of you to send some pep this way so I can read him some great comments before his day starts tomorrow!!
Rehab will be peaks and valleys of progress. Cody is looking forward to getting started.
For Now Until Then
Draven
Cody,
Let the games begin!!! Rehab is the ultimate challenge. You will be faced with tasks that seem somewhat simple, but become the ultimate challenge. look upon each as a goal that needs to be met to get to the next level. You are a world class athlete, so this is something that is inate in your makeup...Let the games begin!!!
Go Cody Go!
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Cody Marshall... You totally got this. Three hours of PT is nothing. Just be should to double up on your pizza in take for tomorrow and get some tunes going and you'll be set.
Draven, great job with requesting the private room; it sounds as though both you and Jesse have a real handle on things. Nice job.
Also, thanks for all the updates; I'm sharing them with everyone out here in Hood.
Cody, have a great day tomorrow and keep up the good work!
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Hey Cody!!
GO GET 'EM in the REHAB department! Knock their socks off! Show them that you know your limits, but are willing to push through to the next challenge! REST! REST! REST! Don't get frustrated....get motivated!!!!
If we need to dangle a piece of pizza in front of you to make a difference, let us know where, and we'll send it!!!
LET IT SHINE TODAY, CODY!!!!
GO CODY GO!!!!!!!!
Sending energy and successful rehab thoughts up and over the Rockies into your part of the world!!!!
Go CODY GO!!!!!!!!
ps....Draven...once again, YOU the man!!!!!
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Hey Cody, sounds like it is time to start getting after it and getting your rehab going. Just like in the start haus your gonna have to go for it to make it down that course the course is just a little different now but you need the same attitude. So lets see it Mr. Marshall sounds like its time for you to get after it and lets see how bad you want to conquer this new course you have got to master. It is time to start getting it done Cody Marshall!!
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let the rehab begin. this is where all the fun is . the cool stuff to play with and with all the pt you have been doing over all the years it is time to shine my man work hard so your next move is out of the hospital and into the fresh mountain air
ed
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Give em' hell Cody!!!
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Thanks again for the continuing updates. I believe that everything, doctors, therapists and family and friends are in place for the most positive recovery possible. Cody is a lucky guy. The road will most certainly be long and hard, but so worth it. Keep trying and moving forward and remember Cody that there are many people you don't even know that are pulling for you every day.
Karen
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Hi Cody,
Draven, Congrats on getting everyone to work together for a successful move to the rehab floor. Cheers to you!! Let Cody use his charisma to "charm" the ones who are still "ducking". Seriously, not to worry, they will get over it.
Cody, soon you will be meeting alot of different people, all with the last name, "therapist". This new team will be challanging you in every way amaginable. You think ski coaches are tough?.....hee, hee, hee
Joyce
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Cody, 3 hours of PT today, wow, make us all proud! You have come so far and hopefully each day will get a little easier for you. So many people are following your progress and are proud of all your hard work. Take care and thanks D for keeping such good medical reviews for all to read.
Kathy Rouse Middletown Springs, VT.
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Thanks for the updates Draven! Do not let up as Cody's watch dog. Cody, you have finally reached a point where you have some control again and that has got to be a relief. We all know rehab can suck but work hard and things get better quickly! Sooooo, buckle down and kick ass!
Sally
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Cody,
I go through emotional ups and downs reading the updates as you work your back, it's an inspiration to see how far you've progressed in such a short time, I really believe you'll come out of this a stronger person and the whole thing will make more sense.
Hang in there we're all rooting for you.
Bob Biesemeyer
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cody,
so glad you are making progress each day. hang in there and give em hell with that great smile of yours.
Draven, you are great- Cody and the Marshalls are so lucky to have you.
All the best as you continue to get well and sending my powers to you for your good fight.
XOX0, Abbi
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Congratulations on reaching the milestone of structured PT. Work hard and get better. Appreciate every small step forward as a step toward the ultimate goal of being better. You're making incredible progress and we're all rooting for you. Keep up the good work, and keep making progress. You WILL reach your goal. GO, CODY, GO!!!!!!!!
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Yay Cody!
I'm glad you're doing so well and truly amazed you've come this far in such a relatively short amount of time! I talked with Pete last night in NZ and he told me he'd talked with you on the phone... he was VERY excited about this and said you sounded great. I was so happy to hear this good news! Keep being strong and do your best to keep up the motivation as you start your longer PT sessions... it will be frustrating at first but you'll see the payoffs sooner than you think. We're all rooting for you, Cody!!
Take care,
Carolyn
P.S. thanks again, Draven for all of the detailed, honest updates. Take care of yourself too.
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Cody, hang in there and be strong. I want you to know that I am taking my prayer wheel with me to Basin, Montana and to the Sunshine Health Mines do a spin in the Mine itself this weekend. Very healing. President Obama is having a town hall meeting in Bozeman today, think of some good questions to ask him. Peace to you.
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Draven: Keep them on their toes! My family was in a similar situation and I think if you are well informed and the staff knows you are they will be more tentative to your needs.
Cody - you don't know me but I have been on your blog since the day it was set up. You are doing great!!! I am so proud of your progress. Keep it up!
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Soo happy to hear that Cody will begin rehab! Draven, you are amazing. I can't even imagine where Cody would be without an advocate like you. I read every entry of your blog and deeply appreciate your keeping us all up to date. Cody is blessed to have such a devoted friend! I'm sure Jesse and Chelsey are comforted knowing that you are handling things. GO CODY GO!
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Hi Cody, you are gonna impress everyone with your rehab, I know it. Fight hard as you always have. Whatever you put your mind to you can do, you've already proved it many times over. Stay strong!
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Cody,
Hope your rehab went well today. Keep working hard and all of the positive energy from your friends, family will help get ya thru to your next goal. Which translates to getting back on the skis aye.
Trust your support team, and keep on smiling.
Coach "Woody" Brackney
Mt. Holly Snowsports School/ Mi.
Fenton High School Ski Team
Thunderbolt Training Centers/USSA
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