In October of last year Carter underwent a fairly new and controversial procedure in the spina bifida world, Selective Percutaneous Myofascial Lengthening (SPML). Much research is being done with this procedure as it relates to people with CP. But Carter has spina bifida. Could this procedure produce the amazing results the CP community is seeing? Although much was unknown, we (and our insurance) were willing to give this a try to help correct a knee contracture that was a direct result of his year of bed rest, wound flap surgery and failed tendon release.SPML is done to release the tightening or spasticity of a muscle. The best way I can describe it is to liken it to a meat tenderizer. Small incisions are made so the doctor can access the myofascial (the place where the muscle and tendon overlap). Once inside, hundreds of micro incisions are made in the myofascial, much the way you would tenderize a tough steak. In addition, Carter would have an alcohol nerve block done to help reduce the amount of constant knee pain he felt.As I said earlier, there is much success with this procedure in the CP community but very few people with spina bifida have tried it. After a lot of ...
Just Follow Your Heart
This seems to be a tough time for many in my life...17 and 18 year old's making what they feel is the most important decision in their lives- college, moms struggling to find their new place in the world, lots of people switching jobs and starting new adventures.Today I challenge you all that are in so much flux....just sit and be. Take yourself out for coffee and listen to what your heart has to say. You know what is right for you. All you have to do is follow your heart.That doesn't mean that your heart is always happy. That heaviness in it is a clue that you are not on the right path. Listen to the good as well as the bad. One thing is sure, you do have the answers in your heart. And while they may not be the answers your head wants to hear, if you don't honor your heart, you can never be happy!Happy Valentines Day Friends. Love yourselves the way I love you and all will be good. ...
Samsung Galaxy S4 VS LG G2 VS Droid Ultra. Who Wins?
When switching over from the world of Apple to the Android market you will be faced with dozens of choices. How does a confused shopper know which is the best model for them? They are all shiny and new and completely different from the trusty iPhone. Here is a secret: Android models really aren't that different from one another. At the core they are basically the same phone with tweaks that make one a better fit than the other for individuals. Over the last 6 months I have tested the following three Android phones as part of the #VZWBuzz program with Verizon Wireless: Samsung Galaxy S4, LG G2, and the Droid Ultra. While each phone has it's pro's and con's, read on to find out which one is currently in my purse and why. In the end, it is completely unscientific in finding the "best" Android.The 13 megapixel rear camera on the Galaxy S4 wins hands down for its ease of use for me. While all three of the cameras have similar shooting modes and software (the Droid camera is 10 megapixel), Samsung's layout worked best for my brain. I've come to learn that I can't live with any camera that doesn't have an action shot (burst, drama, etc...-called different things on different ...
Ain’t Nothing Funny About Losing Your Nuts-Except This Squirrel Joke
Sometimes you just have that one friend who finds a squirrel joke funny. I oddly have many. To them I give my 1 am ambien induced art creation. You know who you are.If you have no idea who this is for or why a squirrel joke may be funny, it's OK. Go ahead and pin and tweet it anyway using those buttons on the side. Your friends will thank you for it.Oh, and then follow me on Pinterest. If you are the type of person who pins pictures of a blind squirrel searching for his nuts, I totally want to be your friend. ...
Denver Broncos Cocktail Recipe
Looking for an adult Denver Broncos Cocktail Recipe for the big game? This one has been a hit at our house. 1 part blue Curacao 2 parts Orange Patron Liquor (or you can use Vodka if you don't want it as sweet) 2 parts San Pellegrino Blood Orange SodaHow To Mix the Denver Broncos Cocktail Recipe:Start with all well chilled ingredients. Pour the Soda into a glass and let it settle a bit. Add the Orange Patron or Vodka. Using the back of a large spoon pour in the blue Curacao to the middle of the glass. Do this slowly and carefully or you will end up with a green drink. If that happens, let it settle and you may be able to save it.Note: an orange colored sugar rimmer may be a great addition here depending on your glasses. In mine it takes away from the look.Need some more game ideas? I have been collecting some over on my Pinterest Football Food Board ...