CUREkids Updates
Elizabeth
Kenya - Age 17
Praise God Elizabeth had a successful surgery! When Elizabeth woke up, Dr. Phil encouragingly said, "Facing surgery and the subsequent recovery can be daunting, but your courage shines through. Remember that healing takes time, and each day brings you one step closer to restoring your freedom and smile back.” Elizabeth was tired after the three-hour-long surgery but was encouraged by the doctor’s words. We invite you also to send encouraging messages to help aid Elizabeth’s healing.
John
Kenya - Age 10
Joseph was in the rehabilitation casting room for another serial casting with the physical therapists Amos and Jacob. The critical aspect of serial casting is its ability to improve the range of motion in joints. The casts are carefully designed to hold the joint in a specific position that encourages stretching and lengthening of the muscles and connective tissues. This will help release contractures (limited joint mobility) and improve the overall functional capacity of the limb. "The cast feels warm when they apply it. It’s also ticklish on the toes." Joseph described laughing. Let's pray that we will achieve great results with this pre-surgical approach.
Elizabeth
Kenya - Age 17
We found Elizabeth in good health and high spirits earlier today. She was determined to wash and dry her clothes despite the limitations caused by her hand contracture. "I want to take this moment to express my admiration for CURE Uganda for offering to treat my hand surgically. I am looking forward to healing,” Elizabeth shared with us. We want to thank you, CURE donors; your support and positive messages have not gone unnoticed. Your compassion is an inspiration to many.
Princess
Kenya - Age 7
Princess came to a mobile clinic near her home and was seen by a doctor and an orthopedic technician. The doctor gave the go-ahead to have her prosthetic leg measurements taken, and the orthopedic technician did precisely that. In a few weeks, Princess will come to the hospital to have the prosthetic leg fitted and be taught how to use it. Please thank God for this progress.
Christabel
Kenya - Age 13
The smile on Christabel and her dad’s face means they are happy with what the doctor said during a recent mobile clinic. Christabel's leg is healing well. She will be given an ankle-foot orthosis to help maintain her correction. When it is ready, she will return to CURE Kenya to pick it up!
