Ryan's Recovery: 2011-09-18

Welcome

Thank you for visiting to check in on Ryan's progress towards recovery. Ryan has always been there for everyone he knows and right now we all hope we can live up to his example by being there for him and his family while he heals. He is strong and we all know that if anyone can come through this it is him.

While Ryan's injuries are serious and frightening, the best thing for us to do is all stay on the same page with accurate information but also all stay positive and look forward to the good news to come. The aim of this site is to reflect the incremental changes in his condition. Also, this should provide a space to express your love and concern for Ryan and his family.

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Ryan's Superdome Roof Repair

Ryan has been recovering from his surgery for the past couple of days and, while he is somewhat swollen, his doctors were happy with how little swelling there was. The pieces of skull that were taken out months ago went back in nicely and his 'roof repair' is a very positive step towards recovery. He will continue his recovery at University Hospital here in New Orleans for a couple more days and then will make his way back to rehab in Slidell. One thing to take note of is that his doctors felt he has made enough progress so that this surgery was possible to do safely, so not only is the procedure itself a good step, but a sign that things are going well in general. Ryan was definitely experiencing pain and discomfort related to his surgery but after that subsides he should continue to make progress. For the time being, he will be medicated often for the next two days so while you should definitely go visit, it is possible he may be asleep when you do.

On a side note...please someone contact me if you want to go to the Saints game on Sunday in exchange for donating to Ryan's recovery. Have received no interest...and I know that between y'alls love for Ryan and the Saints I just dont see how that is possible. Jim@pnola.org if you want to go! We are raising money for Ryan's house. Ryan just has his roof repaired and we want you to help do the same to his house!.

Monday, September 19, 2011

Cranioplasty Scheduled

We received an update from Ryan's parents today that his cranioplasty (replacement of the removed portions of his skull) is scheduled for this Wednesday, September 21st at 5:30am. His surgery will take place at LSU University Interim Hospital - 2021 Perdido Street - where he started out in the ICU in April. The surgery will be followed by a few days stay at the hospital, either in the ICU or on an upper floor. If it is in the ICU, the visiting hours are limited to 4 thirty minute sessions at 10am, 1pm, 5pm and 8pm. If all goes well, he will return to Trinity after he recovers.

We will update you after his surgery on Wednesday. When we have a better idea of how long he's expected to stay at LSU University, we'll update as well.