Rayden had to see his orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Vergun, and get new x-rays of his hips before removing the hardware in January. He actually stood up for x-rays this time and wasn't as scared. Daddy is always able to entertain him during the very long wait to see the doctor.
Dr. Vergun stated that the surgery to remove the hardware should only last about an hour and he should go home the same day. He will be able to walk immediately (as tolerated), but she doesn't expect him to 'want to' for a day or two due to pain. She advised us to be hyper vigilant about NOT letting him fall down due to the fact that there will be holes in his bones when she removes the screws. Now that is going to be hard! Once Rayden is feeling better and is able to walk again he will not want to be careful! He is a boy, ya know!!
