I got two concrete blocks (8"X8"X16") and used each of them to make the entry and exit from the pool much easier for Karen. She did it twice, and we felt equally good about this success as it allows her to go into the pool for therapy as many times daily as she wants to. The doctor today re-stated that walking/swimming in the pool is excellent therapy. She will continue with physical and occupational therapy at the hospital for as long as Medicare will support her therapy.
Although the doctor didn't like the swollen, red, and painful legs, he said it was to be expected. He re-iterated the need to keep her legs elevated whenever possible. The coumadin is doing its job, and time is now the only thing we need for the blood clots to break up. In the meantime, her pain should diminish as the clots slowly break up.
Karen is definitely getting stronger. She is determined to be completely mobile again, possibly later rather than sooner, but nonetheless to be able to travel and play golf again down the road. Her faith has played a big part in her recovery thus far, and we know it will continue to do so.
Love, Bill
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