Jon Broom injured - Page 3

Apex · September 29th, 2009, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Strider

Yes!

Keep healing Jon!

That guy never stops impressing me.

zartan · October 1st, 2009, 07:52 PM

latest from the get well jon site

Good news about the fractures healing

6:30pm- Just spoke with Dr. Mitchell about Jon's latest CAT scan. He said everything looks good; the fractures in his neck are healing very well and his occipital fracture is almost fused back. If it completely heals on its own, Jon will not need surgery. Jon is going to keep the neck collar on for awhile to support this continued healing. The doctor will do another EEG tomorrow. If the new EEG results show no change compared to the last, the doctor will administer Provigil which is the drug that helps speed the waking process. If his EEG is better than the one before, then they will not give him the drug because Jon is making progress on his own. The new infections Jon contracted are normal and controllable, nothing to seriously worry about. Overall, the doctor says that he has not seen any significant change in Jon, he is still the same.

Blue Monkey · October 1st, 2009, 08:39 PM

Thanks for the updates. I look for them often and hope to hear good news. Got him in my thoughts and prayers.

zartan · October 1st, 2009, 10:05 PM

Updates are being posted daily by his family
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=125644144678

BlueTyke · October 2nd, 2009, 11:44 AM

Oh dear oh dear!! This is... Just... Wow! Jon!! I am sorry to read this! Your in my thoughts and prayers!

I need to go get more cards now!!

Sailariel · October 2nd, 2009, 06:10 PM

A good CT Scan and a somewhat normal EEG is good news. When Jon wakes up he will have some work to do with the speech therapist, OT, and all that good stuff. Looks like a very optimistic picture to me. Will keep the prayers coming.

tiburonsita · October 2nd, 2009, 06:19 PM

He's fighting back bit by bit - it will be a long recovery but sounds like he's ready for it. Good to read about his progress! All the best to ya. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Greg_E · October 5th, 2009, 05:51 PM

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4:25pm- Ayden came up with his mommy Nadine and he is reading a book to his father. Jon cracked open his eyes to Ayden's voice and he is looking at him. He made a face of someone crying without tears. This was the strongest and most cognitive emotion we've seen so far from Jon.

I certainly hope this is promising. It could be random, but hopefully a willful action.

noche_caliente · October 5th, 2009, 06:02 PM

I was just coming to post that - it broke my heart to see

zartan · October 5th, 2009, 10:26 PM

Hopefully it isn't random and a sign of recognition. You know when you are trying to remember something really hard we screw up our face a bit...
that is what I am shootin for.

kkim · October 6th, 2009, 12:57 PM

11:25am - Jon's temperature has gone back down to normal. The pulmonologist said his lungs are clear with no abnormalities. We are still waiting on the the latest EEG results.

1:20pm- Jon seems to be doing better today: he has his eyes open and he is not sweating as profusely as before. We've noticed that both his arms are swelling, especially his left arm is substantially swollen: partly in due to the new picc line and the partly because of his continuous posturing.

via: Penny Kim

backinthesaddleagain · October 6th, 2009, 01:08 PM

This is a sad story. Hoping Jon pulls through. Also can't imagine the pain being felt by those close to him (especially his child).

Nemesis · October 6th, 2009, 02:00 PM

My thoughts and prayers to Jon and family.

Just curious but is Jon Broom = VROOM?

BlueRaven · October 6th, 2009, 06:07 PM

Wow did realize that i was gone for so long. Get well Broom and my thoughts and prayers are with you

Snake · October 6th, 2009, 08:44 PM

I send my thoughts and prayers to Jon Broom and his family. Please get well.

camaroz1985 · October 7th, 2009, 06:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nemesis

My thoughts and prayers to Jon and family.

Just curious but is Jon Broom = VROOM?

Jon Broom = Broom on here if that's what you are asking.

It will be a good day when Jon can read this and see all the support he is getting. I'm sure Penny tells him of our support on here and on facebook.

kkim · October 7th, 2009, 11:59 AM

12:30pm - Jon has been more alert this morning. For the first time, he responded to the occupational therapist when she asked him to relax his fingers and when she asked him to touch her finger which was on his thumb. He has been tracking Lori and I with his eyes and his temperature is normal. We are a little concerned with the swelling in Jon's arms and legs (around his knees) and the doctor is thinking about doing an ultrasound to make sure he has no blood clots.

1:15pm- They are doing a doppler (ultrasound) on Jon's legs now.

via: Penny Kim

HKr1 · October 7th, 2009, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nemesis

Just curious but is Jon Broom = VROOM?

Last name, is his screen name here.

fastmark63 · October 9th, 2009, 09:19 AM

Iam new here and i am very moved and see what tight bunch you guys are. To Mr Bloom keep fighting man! and to his family you will be in my prayers and to jon again I hope we will chat on this sight very soon ,because many people here say great things about you ! ....and thank you kim for bringing the reports of jon's continuing recovery Mark

Alex · October 11th, 2009, 09:15 PM

This picture was the one that popped up when I logged in tonight:

Made me smile; this looks like a happy time for Jon and Penny not so long ago. I hope they are back to these happy times sooner rather than later...

noche_caliente · October 12th, 2009, 05:11 PM

On facebook today it said that his mom saw movement of his left hand/fingers for the first time since the accident - things are looking up for him... now if he'll just wake up!

backinthesaddleagain · October 12th, 2009, 06:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by noche_caliente

On facebook today it said that his mom saw movement of his left hand/fingers for the first time since the accident - things are looking up for him... now if he'll just wake up!

Keep on progressing Jon!

Syphen · October 13th, 2009, 07:43 AM

Hope Jon gets better soon! Been following it and its looking good.

Snake · October 13th, 2009, 02:01 PM

Wer'e all pulling for ya jon!!!

Majik · October 13th, 2009, 07:12 PM

I am new and was just reading some of Jon's earlier posts and replies. I have just found out about his accident. Jon..you have a lot of people that care for you and everyone, including me, is praying for a God~speed recovery.

Apex · October 14th, 2009, 04:16 AM

John better get better soon. Once he does and he is ready to ride again, I'm heading up to big D to do a track day with him.

kkim · October 17th, 2009, 03:38 AM

10/15
8:30pm - Jon did not react much to our visit tonight. He seemed lethargic and "worn out". His body temperature was normal tonight, around 98.

via: Penny

10/16
12:00 pm-Jon still appears to be more "worn out" this afternoon. He did have eyes open for a bit and was responsive, but for the most part he seemed to be "dozing in and out". His calves look normal again, but the swelling in his thighs is still prominent. No fever. No sweats. All in all, he seems to be catching up on rest after a few days of consistent alertness and agitation. Since today has been so sunny and cheerful, I decided to bring in a Bikini Girls & Guns 2010 calender for his viewing enjoyment . I hope Penny doesn't mind.

via: Nadine Diaz

zartan · October 17th, 2009, 03:51 AM

I would sure like to see that temp stay down!!

kkim · October 18th, 2009, 08:50 PM

10/17:
11:00am - Jon looks better since I last saw him. He currently has his eyes closed but the swelling in his arms have gone down to almost where it's unnoticeable. He still has minimal swelling in his legs but they've also gone down considerably.

9:00pm - Jon had his eyes open and I showed him our Peru book. He looked at the pictures and followed my finger to where I pointed. His last temperature check read 100 but he seems comfortable.

10/18
10:30am - According to Dr. Patel, they started Jon on Provigil (the drug that helps the waking process) a couple of days ago. They want to see how he responds to the drug. The doctor also mentioned that they are going to take x-rays of Jon's hands and arms and possibly consider Botox to help alleviate the posturing. He said the swelling in Jon's arms and legs have gone down (mentioned before) and that they will continue to give him antibiotics to fight off possible infections. Unfortunately, he also mentioned that the insurance company is pressuring Jon's discharge into another skilled nursing or rehab. They initially advised our caseworker last week, but Jon was not ready to move as he had swelling and infections. We're not sure when/how/where it will be yet.

via: Penny

zartan · October 18th, 2009, 10:55 PM

Thanks KKim !!

ninjabrewer · October 19th, 2009, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by kkim

Unfortunately, he also mentioned that the insurance company is pressuring Jon's discharge into another skilled nursing or rehab. They initially advised our caseworker last week, but Jon was not ready to move as he had swelling and infections. We're not sure when/how/where it will be yet.

via: Penny

As if his family didn't have enough to worry about, now his insurance carrier is trying to push him out the door.
Thanks Kelly for the updates.

nb

addy126 · October 19th, 2009, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ninjabrewer

As if his family didn't have enough to worry about, now his insurance carrier is trying to push him out the door.
Thanks Kelly for the updates.

nb

And these are some of the reasons why they pepper the t.v. with inaccurate, fear mongering propaganda against Canadian style healthcare. I reside in the U.S. I am Canadian by birth and having experienced both "healthcare worlds" I'd sign up for the Canadian style in the U.S. in a "heartbeat"! Thats the 1 thing that I find lacking here. The lobbying is more the protection of their business's, cash and jobs rather than the health concerns of this nation. Jon's family would not be pressured this way in Cda as I remember.

kkim · October 20th, 2009, 12:21 PM

10/19
12:00 pm-Not too much updated info on Jon today. He seems to be stable with minimal swelling in his thighs & no fever when I visited. Jon seemed to be relaxed and resting this afternoon. In the meantime, we're hoping to see effects from the Provigil (as Penny mentioned above) as far as Jon's alertness and cognitive level(s) are concerned. Check back later for Penny's update. Thank you all for all your continued love & support.

via: Nadine Diaz

Sailariel · October 20th, 2009, 03:20 PM

Kelly, Thanks for the updates. We are all still praying for Jon`s recovery.

almost40 · October 21st, 2009, 09:55 AM

Thanks for bringing politics into this thread addy. Good call. NOT

Alex · October 21st, 2009, 10:06 AM

Jon's issues are much larger than the particular style of payment for healthcare. All we can hope is that he continues to get the best care available to him for as long as possible, and I know that Penny and the rest of his family will ensure that it happens.

Snake · October 21st, 2009, 10:52 AM

With all of us pulling for him I am sure he will make it through this allright.
Lets all stay positive and continue to send him our thoughts / prayers.

camaroz1985 · October 21st, 2009, 11:20 AM

We can help make sure he gets the best care also by donating some money to his fund.

kkim · October 21st, 2009, 11:23 AM

10/20

7:30pm - We FINALLY got to talk to Dr. Mitchell about Jon's EEG results from 3 weeks ago. He said that there are no changes from what he could see. He also started to say that Jon may not go further in his progress, but Lori stopped him and said "Watch this". She then grabbed Jon's hand, brought it down to his side and Jon opened his eyes. She asked him to track her and his grandmother. He responded with his eyes and Dr. Mitchell was surprised as this was the first time ever that he's seen Jon react this way (Jon wouldn't open his eyes before when the doctor tried to stimulate him and get a reaction).

Dr. Mitchell watched Jon carefully and walked over to Lori and gave her a big hug and told her to keep the faith. His demeanor and attitude had changed just from seeing this side of Jon; he said he definitely now sees a difference and that Jon has indeed made progress. He only sees Jon between 15-30 minutes one day out of a week while we the family see his every move, every day. So it's not really Dr. Mitchell's fault; he's been great to us.

In regards to the insurance pressure, we found out today that the case manager had been going against our wishes and told Jon's insurance that we decided to admit Jon to UT Southwestern. They told Lori they were going to move him this Thursday. The case manager may have misunderstood as Lori only went to visit the UT Southwestern campus last week as only an option, not a hard choice. However, the case manager knew we wanted Jon to go to Baylor only WHEN he's ready. She actually told Jon's father David over the phone that LifeCare did all that they could do for him and they couldn't do more for him than what a nursing home could do. David and Lori are going to request that the case manager be taken off Jon's case. Dr. Mitchell also agrees that Jon is not ready to be discharged and that they will work this situation out. Jon has already been approved to stay at least an additional 2 weeks at LifeCare and the plan still remains that we want him to go to Baylor Rehab. So he's not going anywhere right now.

Tomorrow, they will start the injection of the Botox in Jon's arms to help with the posturing and they plan to do another EEG this or next week. The Provigil drug (aid in the brain waking process) has been affecting Jon where his gaze is different- he opens his eyes wider, but his stare is not what we are accustomed to seeing. He has more rapid blinking though and his eyes seems to divert faster to movement and light. Jon's lower legs are skinner than I last saw; he seems to have lost some weight after the swelling had gone down some. Overall, Jon is stable and hanging on. Please continue to pray and support him. Thank you all.

via: Penny

camaroz1985 · October 21st, 2009, 12:07 PM

Glad to see that Jon is making progress. Any bit of progress gives you hope. Also glad to see his family staying so strong through all of this. I can't even imagine what it must be like for them.

October 1st, 2009, 07:52 PM	#82
zartan ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: zartan Location: spam la Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 250 R Posts: A lot.	latest from the get well jon site Good news about the fractures healing 6:30pm- Just spoke with Dr. Mitchell about Jon's latest CAT scan. He said everything looks good; the fractures in his neck are healing very well and his occipital fracture is almost fused back. If it completely heals on its own, Jon will not need surgery. Jon is going to keep the neck collar on for awhile to support this continued healing. The doctor will do another EEG tomorrow. If the new EEG results show no change compared to the last, the doctor will administer Provigil which is the drug that helps speed the waking process. If his EEG is better than the one before, then they will not give him the drug because Jon is making progress on his own. The new infections Jon contracted are normal and controllable, nothing to seriously worry about. Overall, the doctor says that he has not seen any significant change in Jon, he is still the same. __________________________________________________ "Don't let adverse facts stand in the way of a good decision" Colin Powell

October 1st, 2009, 08:39 PM	#83
Blue Monkey ninjette.org member Name: Joel Location: Utah Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 ninja 250 Posts: 95	thanks Thanks for the updates. I look for them often and hope to hear good news. Got him in my thoughts and prayers. __________________________________________________ Corbin seat, Area P carbon fiber quiet core full exhaust, rear fender modified, rear seat cowl, tank protector, Zero Gravity DB windscreen, kleen air system removed

October 1st, 2009, 10:05 PM	#84
zartan ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: zartan Location: spam la Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 250 R Posts: A lot.	Updates are being posted daily by his family http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=125644144678 __________________________________________________ "Don't let adverse facts stand in the way of a good decision" Colin Powell

October 2nd, 2009, 11:44 AM	#85
BlueTyke So slow I'm first! Name: Sunny Location: San Jose, CA Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 06 Kawasaki Ninja EX250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 10	Oh dear oh dear!! This is... Just... Wow! Jon!! I am sorry to read this! Your in my thoughts and prayers! I need to go get more cards now!! __________________________________________________ Learn from the mistakes of others, you cannot make them all yourself. Save yourself the trouble and Learn.

October 5th, 2009, 06:02 PM	#89
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	I was just coming to post that - it broke my heart to see __________________________________________________ Progrip tank pad, blue rim stripes, blue Pazzos, Roaring Toyz lowering kit, Puig DB in dark smoke, Cortech sport tail, super mini tank, and saddlebags, OES swingarm spools and Intuitive frame sliders

October 2nd, 2009, 06:10 PM	#86
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	A good CT Scan and a somewhat normal EEG is good news. When Jon wakes up he will have some work to do with the speech therapist, OT, and all that good stuff. Looks like a very optimistic picture to me. Will keep the prayers coming.

October 2nd, 2009, 06:19 PM	#87
tiburonsita ninjette.org member Name: m Location: metro area Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 black Ninja 250R Posts: 177	He's fighting back bit by bit - it will be a long recovery but sounds like he's ready for it. Good to read about his progress! All the best to ya. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

October 5th, 2009, 10:26 PM	#90
zartan ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: zartan Location: spam la Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 250 R Posts: A lot.	Hopefully it isn't random and a sign of recognition. You know when you are trying to remember something really hard we screw up our face a bit... that is what I am shootin for. __________________________________________________ "Don't let adverse facts stand in the way of a good decision" Colin Powell

October 6th, 2009, 12:57 PM	#91
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	11:25am - Jon's temperature has gone back down to normal. The pulmonologist said his lungs are clear with no abnormalities. We are still waiting on the the latest EEG results. 1:20pm- Jon seems to be doing better today: he has his eyes open and he is not sweating as profusely as before. We've noticed that both his arms are swelling, especially his left arm is substantially swollen: partly in due to the new picc line and the partly because of his continuous posturing. via: Penny Kim

October 6th, 2009, 01:08 PM	#92
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	This is a sad story. Hoping Jon pulls through. Also can't imagine the pain being felt by those close to him (especially his child).

October 6th, 2009, 02:00 PM	#93
Nemesis CVMA #74 WSMC #750 Name: Nemesis Location: On the track Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): All of them Posts: A lot.	My thoughts and prayers to Jon and family. Just curious but is Jon Broom = VROOM?

October 6th, 2009, 06:07 PM	#94
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	Wow did realize that i was gone for so long. Get well Broom and my thoughts and prayers are with you __________________________________________________ I'm not small, I'm fun sized

October 6th, 2009, 08:44 PM	#95
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	I send my thoughts and prayers to Jon Broom and his family. Please get well.

October 7th, 2009, 11:59 AM	#97
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	12:30pm - Jon has been more alert this morning. For the first time, he responded to the occupational therapist when she asked him to relax his fingers and when she asked him to touch her finger which was on his thumb. He has been tracking Lori and I with his eyes and his temperature is normal. We are a little concerned with the swelling in Jon's arms and legs (around his knees) and the doctor is thinking about doing an ultrasound to make sure he has no blood clots. 1:15pm- They are doing a doppler (ultrasound) on Jon's legs now. via: Penny Kim

October 9th, 2009, 09:19 AM	#99
fastmark63 ninjette.org member Name: mark Location: chicago illinois Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): buying in the spring Posts: 22	Iam new here and i am very moved and see what tight bunch you guys are. To Mr Bloom keep fighting man! and to his family you will be in my prayers and to jon again I hope we will chat on this sight very soon ,because many people here say great things about you ! ....and thank you kim for bringing the reports of jon's continuing recovery Mark

October 11th, 2009, 09:15 PM	#100
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	This picture was the one that popped up when I logged in tonight: Made me smile; this looks like a happy time for Jon and Penny not so long ago. I hope they are back to these happy times sooner rather than later... __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

October 12th, 2009, 05:11 PM	#101
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	On facebook today it said that his mom saw movement of his left hand/fingers for the first time since the accident - things are looking up for him... now if he'll just wake up! __________________________________________________ Progrip tank pad, blue rim stripes, blue Pazzos, Roaring Toyz lowering kit, Puig DB in dark smoke, Cortech sport tail, super mini tank, and saddlebags, OES swingarm spools and Intuitive frame sliders

October 13th, 2009, 07:43 AM	#103
Syphen Some weird Canuck! Name: Greg Location: Ontario - Canada Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '92 CBR250RR "Babyblade", 2008 Ninja 250R, 2001 CBR600F4i Posts: 209	Hope Jon gets better soon! Been following it and its looking good. __________________________________________________ I still like CBR's more Just kidding.

October 13th, 2009, 02:01 PM	#104
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Wer'e all pulling for ya jon!!!

October 13th, 2009, 07:12 PM	#105
Majik ninjette.org member Name: Connie Location: Eastern Shore, Alabama Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R RED! Posts: 89	I am new and was just reading some of Jon's earlier posts and replies. I have just found out about his accident. Jon..you have a lot of people that care for you and everyone, including me, is praying for a God~speed recovery. __________________________________________________ Connie

October 14th, 2009, 04:16 AM	#106
Apex Livin' the Minimoto Life Name: Mark Location: Riding around in TX Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2022 Honda Navi, 2018 Z-125 Pro Posts: A lot.	John better get better soon. Once he does and he is ready to ride again, I'm heading up to big D to do a track day with him. __________________________________________________ --- My IG Page --- My FB page! --- 2022 Honda Navi && 2018 Z-125 Pro

October 17th, 2009, 03:38 AM	#107
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	10/15 8:30pm - Jon did not react much to our visit tonight. He seemed lethargic and "worn out". His body temperature was normal tonight, around 98. via: Penny 10/16 12:00 pm-Jon still appears to be more "worn out" this afternoon. He did have eyes open for a bit and was responsive, but for the most part he seemed to be "dozing in and out". His calves look normal again, but the swelling in his thighs is still prominent. No fever. No sweats. All in all, he seems to be catching up on rest after a few days of consistent alertness and agitation. Since today has been so sunny and cheerful, I decided to bring in a Bikini Girls & Guns 2010 calender for his viewing enjoyment . I hope Penny doesn't mind. via: Nadine Diaz

October 17th, 2009, 03:51 AM	#108
zartan ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: zartan Location: spam la Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 250 R Posts: A lot.	I would sure like to see that temp stay down!! __________________________________________________ "Don't let adverse facts stand in the way of a good decision" Colin Powell

October 18th, 2009, 08:50 PM	#109
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	10/17: 11:00am - Jon looks better since I last saw him. He currently has his eyes closed but the swelling in his arms have gone down to almost where it's unnoticeable. He still has minimal swelling in his legs but they've also gone down considerably. 9:00pm - Jon had his eyes open and I showed him our Peru book. He looked at the pictures and followed my finger to where I pointed. His last temperature check read 100 but he seems comfortable. 10/18 10:30am - According to Dr. Patel, they started Jon on Provigil (the drug that helps the waking process) a couple of days ago. They want to see how he responds to the drug. The doctor also mentioned that they are going to take x-rays of Jon's hands and arms and possibly consider Botox to help alleviate the posturing. He said the swelling in Jon's arms and legs have gone down (mentioned before) and that they will continue to give him antibiotics to fight off possible infections. Unfortunately, he also mentioned that the insurance company is pressuring Jon's discharge into another skilled nursing or rehab. They initially advised our caseworker last week, but Jon was not ready to move as he had swelling and infections. We're not sure when/how/where it will be yet. via: Penny

October 18th, 2009, 10:55 PM	#110
zartan ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: zartan Location: spam la Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 250 R Posts: A lot.	Thanks KKim !! __________________________________________________ "Don't let adverse facts stand in the way of a good decision" Colin Powell

October 20th, 2009, 12:21 PM	#113
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	10/19 12:00 pm-Not too much updated info on Jon today. He seems to be stable with minimal swelling in his thighs & no fever when I visited. Jon seemed to be relaxed and resting this afternoon. In the meantime, we're hoping to see effects from the Provigil (as Penny mentioned above) as far as Jon's alertness and cognitive level(s) are concerned. Check back later for Penny's update. Thank you all for all your continued love & support. via: Nadine Diaz

October 20th, 2009, 03:20 PM	#114
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Kelly, Thanks for the updates. We are all still praying for Jon`s recovery.

October 21st, 2009, 09:55 AM	#115
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	Thanks for bringing politics into this thread addy. Good call. NOT __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

October 21st, 2009, 10:06 AM	#116
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Jon's issues are much larger than the particular style of payment for healthcare. All we can hope is that he continues to get the best care available to him for as long as possible, and I know that Penny and the rest of his family will ensure that it happens. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

October 21st, 2009, 10:52 AM	#117
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	With all of us pulling for him I am sure he will make it through this allright. Lets all stay positive and continue to send him our thoughts / prayers.

October 21st, 2009, 11:20 AM	#118
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	We can help make sure he gets the best care also by donating some money to his fund.

October 21st, 2009, 11:23 AM	#119
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	10/20 7:30pm - We FINALLY got to talk to Dr. Mitchell about Jon's EEG results from 3 weeks ago. He said that there are no changes from what he could see. He also started to say that Jon may not go further in his progress, but Lori stopped him and said "Watch this". She then grabbed Jon's hand, brought it down to his side and Jon opened his eyes. She asked him to track her and his grandmother. He responded with his eyes and Dr. Mitchell was surprised as this was the first time ever that he's seen Jon react this way (Jon wouldn't open his eyes before when the doctor tried to stimulate him and get a reaction). Dr. Mitchell watched Jon carefully and walked over to Lori and gave her a big hug and told her to keep the faith. His demeanor and attitude had changed just from seeing this side of Jon; he said he definitely now sees a difference and that Jon has indeed made progress. He only sees Jon between 15-30 minutes one day out of a week while we the family see his every move, every day. So it's not really Dr. Mitchell's fault; he's been great to us. In regards to the insurance pressure, we found out today that the case manager had been going against our wishes and told Jon's insurance that we decided to admit Jon to UT Southwestern. They told Lori they were going to move him this Thursday. The case manager may have misunderstood as Lori only went to visit the UT Southwestern campus last week as only an option, not a hard choice. However, the case manager knew we wanted Jon to go to Baylor only WHEN he's ready. She actually told Jon's father David over the phone that LifeCare did all that they could do for him and they couldn't do more for him than what a nursing home could do. David and Lori are going to request that the case manager be taken off Jon's case. Dr. Mitchell also agrees that Jon is not ready to be discharged and that they will work this situation out. Jon has already been approved to stay at least an additional 2 weeks at LifeCare and the plan still remains that we want him to go to Baylor Rehab. So he's not going anywhere right now. Tomorrow, they will start the injection of the Botox in Jon's arms to help with the posturing and they plan to do another EEG this or next week. The Provigil drug (aid in the brain waking process) has been affecting Jon where his gaze is different- he opens his eyes wider, but his stare is not what we are accustomed to seeing. He has more rapid blinking though and his eyes seems to divert faster to movement and light. Jon's lower legs are skinner than I last saw; he seems to have lost some weight after the swelling had gone down some. Overall, Jon is stable and hanging on. Please continue to pray and support him. Thank you all. via: Penny

October 21st, 2009, 12:07 PM	#120
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Glad to see that Jon is making progress. Any bit of progress gives you hope. Also glad to see his family staying so strong through all of this. I can't even imagine what it must be like for them.

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