The surgery took longer than expected and lasted almost 5 hours. Ricky was in recovery for about an hour afterward and brought to his room (14th floor penthouse view!).
The doctor said the surgery went very well. The real good news is that they did not have to fuse to C3 - only C1-C2. That was really good news!
The respiratory therapist, physical therapist and occupational therapist will begin working with him right away on the journey to recovery.
He is in much pain and feels very hot. The nurse just brought in a huge fan to help cool it off.
We will have another update with a few pictures tomorrow.
Ricky is da man!
Wonderful news, I know you are all glad its over and wish Ricky a speedy recovery...thanks
ReplyDeletefor the update...Love, Nancy and Elvis
What great news to hear you are all home. I am so happy for you that things are going well. Tell Ricky I expect that macaroni art to be sent to me when he's finished it..at least a picture anyway. My love and prayers go out to you all.
ReplyDeleteXO Debbie