Friday, March 23, 2007

We went to see Philip's orthopedist yesterday for his regular check-up; we haven't been in about 3.5 months. The doctor says he is pleased with the correction of Philip's feet, although his right foot seems to have a small deficiency in ankle movement that the left foot does not have, which forces the midfoot to compensate. Not quite sure that this means much in practical terms (as far as future use of the foot goes), but since there wasn't any modification in treatment, I think things will turn out fine.
Currently P is wearing his boots and bar at night time. Once he began pulling up, we started removing his shoes during the daytime. We're just supposed to keep this up, and we return again in four months.
During the visit Philip made sure to look the doctor (a very nice guy, very talented, and the target of much Philip baby pee back in the early days of treatment) straight in the eye and tap him on the head. Philip's standing balance is reportedly very good. But what can we say. He's an awesome kid.

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