Randog Posted December 4, 2009 Posted December 4, 2009 any new news on when he should be released so he can get back to his family. Well Jon, The migraine headaches he has had for the last few days are being caused by fluid leaking from his spine. If he sits up (which he wants to do more than anything right now) the fluid leaks more and causes the headaches. So he's forced to stay laying down for now. He's taking meds to help stop the leak. If that doesn't work they will do some kind of plug. Then surgery will be the last resort on stop the leak. We're hoping for next week to transport him to Socal. Time will tell. Until they can stop that leaking they will not release him. His spirits are still as high as possible. Man my bro is tough. The care, prayers, and visits from all of you are priceless. Thank you all for your support for Grimace. R- Quote
sandawg Posted December 4, 2009 Posted December 4, 2009 Well Jon, The migraine headaches he has had for the last few days are being caused by fluid leaking from his spine. If he sits up (which he wants to do more than anything right now) the fluid leaks more and causes the headaches. So he's forced to stay laying down for now. He's taking meds to help stop the leak. If that doesn't work they will do some kind of plug. Then surgery will be the last resort on stop the leak. We're hoping for next week to transport him to Socal. Time will tell. Until they can stop that leaking they will not release him. His spirits are still as high as possible. Man my bro is tough. The care, prayers, and visits from all of you are priceless. Thank you all for your support for Grimace. R- Does he have a portable DVD player? Would he like to have one during his stay here in Vegas? I have one that he is welcome to use. I've got some movies he can watch too. Let me know as I am going out today and could drop it off at the Hospital for him!!! Quote
Randog Posted December 5, 2009 Posted December 5, 2009 Here's an Update: Grimace was feeling a lot better today. His headaches are less intense. We're hoping the fluid is blocked or at least minimal leakage. Word is that they may transport him down to a rehab hospital near our home area on Sunday morning. We're all praying that everything goes as planned. Thanks for the DVD offer SchnoopDiggitySandawgyDawg. Very thoughtful bro. I actually haven't spoke with Chris since you and I spoke. If he's headed down the hill on Sunday I'm sure he won't need your player. K mANg? I'll keep ya posted, R- Quote
DunerDan Posted December 5, 2009 Posted December 5, 2009 Never met Grimace or you Randog,but im sure one of these trips i will! Anyways i sure hope he make a full recovery and it sounds like he is well on his way! Quote
sandawg Posted December 5, 2009 Posted December 5, 2009 Here's an Update: Grimace was feeling a lot better today. His headaches are less intense. We're hoping the fluid is blocked or at least minimal leakage. Word is that they may transport him down to a rehab hospital near our home area on Sunday morning. We're all praying that everything goes as planned. Thanks for the DVD offer SchnoopDiggitySandawgyDawg. Very thoughtful bro. I actually haven't spoke with Chris since you and I spoke. If he's headed down the hill on Sunday I'm sure he won't need your player. K mANg? I'll keep ya posted, R- My pleasure !!!! Quote
dunefreak Posted December 5, 2009 Author Posted December 5, 2009 Nick & I saw Chris on Thurs night. He told us about the spinal fluid leakage issue and that was a lil set back. Glad to hear the headaches are getting better though! We were gonna go visit him last night but he said he had a tough day and a rough night. Hopefully he feels better today and this weekend he improves so he can at least be transported down to his hood. That would be awesome. Quote
OGP Posted December 5, 2009 Posted December 5, 2009 Here's an Update: Grimace was feeling a lot better today. His headaches are less intense. We're hoping the fluid is blocked or at least minimal leakage. Word is that they may transport him down to a rehab hospital near our home area on Sunday morning. We're all praying that everything goes as planned. Thanks for the DVD offer SchnoopDiggitySandawgyDawg. Very thoughtful bro. I actually haven't spoke with Chris since you and I spoke. If he's headed down the hill on Sunday I'm sure he won't need your player. K mANg? I'll keep ya posted, R- Hey randog, Ill give you a call. there is an easy fix for these spinal headaches. After one of my back surgeries I had a spinal cord headache. The most brutal thing ive ever gone through. was flat on my back for 10 days. Quote
Randog Posted December 7, 2009 Posted December 7, 2009 Hey randog, Ill give you a call. there is an easy fix for these spinal headaches. After one of my back surgeries I had a spinal cord headache. The most brutal thing ive ever gone through. was flat on my back for 10 days. Update: Chris is doing great. The headaches for the most part are gone. He was transferred down here to the rehab hospital this morning. He said this hospital will work him very hard and fast to his recovery. This facility is very thorough. Today he took a few steps then rode in a wheel chair to the cafeteria with our mom. He's very excited to move forward with his recovery. The rehab center said he has everything going for him because his age, non smoker, and physical condition. He still has a lot of work ahead of him, but his spirits and dedication will pull him through. Thanks for everyone's support. R- Quote
dunefreak Posted December 7, 2009 Author Posted December 7, 2009 THAT'S AWESOME NEWS! yiah I bet it feels great for him to be close to home now and moving forward with recovery. Hellz yeah Chris. Do it brother! You got that chit mmmmANg. Quote
White Rhino Posted December 7, 2009 Posted December 7, 2009 awesome news!!!! Modern Medicine is an amazing thing today!! Quote
deuce Posted December 8, 2009 Posted December 8, 2009 Went and saw Chris today. The place he is at has got to be one of the nicest and cleanest rehab facilities I have ever walked into. We talked about how great the people of DDR have been to him and his family and how many people came to support him. It made me feel good to know that I could just pull up this website and read the "Grimace updates" and feel like I was right there. This website and everyone involved rocks. Quote
Randog Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 Visited Chris today. BS'n with him, you would have no idea he was ever hurt. He's progressing fast considering the extent of his injury. He walked with some help and a walker 50feet today. He looks great, sounds great and couldn't have a better attitude. There is definitely a lot of work ahead for him , but his dedication should carry him to a full recovery. Great to spend time with the Grimdart. Jiah. Keep up the great work bro. R- Quote
Foxysandchick Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 Glad to hear he is doing so well and in great spirits all the while. Quote
~JILL~ Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 Visited Chris today. BS'n with him, you would have no idea he was ever hurt. He's progressing fast considering the extent of his injury. He walked with some help and a walker 50feet today. He looks great, sounds great and couldn't have a better attitude. There is definitely a lot of work ahead for him , but his dedication should carry him to a full recovery. Great to spend time with the Grimdart. Jiah. Keep up the great work bro. R- Really glad to hear it Randy!! Is that his official screen name now? "GRIMDART" Quote
sand chick Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 That is GREAT news Randizzle!! Make the holidays even more special! Quote
dunefreak Posted December 11, 2009 Author Posted December 11, 2009 Visited Chris today. BS'n with him, you would have no idea he was ever hurt. He's progressing fast considering the extent of his injury. He walked with some help and a walker 50feet today. He looks great, sounds great and couldn't have a better attitude. There is definitely a lot of work ahead for him , but his dedication should carry him to a full recovery. Great to spend time with the Grimdart. Jiah. Keep up the great work bro. R- That's awesome news. Chris can do it no doubt about it. He always has a great attitude and that is gonna help him tremendously through his recovery. Thatta boyyy grimdart. Quote
CaptNkllm Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 O man that is great!!!! Prayers for a quicker than usual recovery Capt Quote
sandawg Posted December 12, 2009 Posted December 12, 2009 Visited Chris today. BS'n with him, you would have no idea he was ever hurt. He's progressing fast considering the extent of his injury. He walked with some help and a walker 50feet today. He looks great, sounds great and couldn't have a better attitude. There is definitely a lot of work ahead for him , but his dedication should carry him to a full recovery. Great to spend time with the Grimdart. Jiah. Keep up the great work bro. R- Outstanding News!!!! Quote
RAGDOLL MX Posted December 13, 2009 Posted December 13, 2009 that is soooo cool that he is doing better!!! i knew he could!!! GRIM-Dart!...that is fantastic!!!! Quote
ltr450rider Posted December 13, 2009 Posted December 13, 2009 Damn Ive missed alot, I got no internet up in Goleta yet. Terrible news about the accident but great news about the recovery. If he is still leaking fluid, Lucas Oil Stop Leak works wonders Seriously though, hope all goes well on the recovery and Grimdart gets back out to the dunes ASAP. :xmas2: Quote
Sincity_blondie Posted December 13, 2009 Posted December 13, 2009 Glad to hear he is up and around. His great attitude will definately help in his recovery. Glad he is closer to home now. Quote
Randog Posted December 14, 2009 Posted December 14, 2009 Damn Ive missed alot, I got no internet up in Goleta yet. Terrible news about the accident but great news about the recovery. If he is still leaking fluid, Lucas Oil Stop Leak works wonders Seriously though, hope all goes well on the recovery and Grimdart gets back out to the dunes ASAP. Have you actually sean this work before? His spine leak is in the past now mANg. Good thing on that. Thank you all for the thoughts, prayers, and support. Here's an UPDATE: He's working super hard. Even talked the hospital into Saturday therapy along with his Mon-Fri. Last night he had his foam shoes off and moved his left foot about an inch. Typing this is bringing tears to my eyes. We are sooooo stoked. He's pretty sure he moved his right foot too. He still has a long journey, but this progress is just outstanding. Thank you God! :praying: R- Quote
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