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Presumed Viral Encephalitis. K- Never Gave Up.
January 1, 1996, "K" had a high fever in the middle of the night that caused a prolonged seizure and lack of oxygen to her brain. She is developmentally delayed with a seizure disorder as a result of her illness. (Doctors labeled her illness presumed viral encephalitis.)
We are still unsure of the cause. "K" continues to have physical therapy, occupational and speech therapy and is followed by the Braille school. She has had therapeutic horseback riding. Last October she had a two-week intense program of cranial sacral therapy which improved her drinking from 1 ounce to 6-8 ounces at a time. She still has cranial sacral therapy once a month.
We found Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy of AZ on the Internet and from MUMS list. We also asked her neurologist about HBOT to make sure "K" would be safe. I was sent information about HBOT and information from a medical journal I asked for. I felt HBOT of AZ was well informed and very courteous to my questions. I felt we were making the right choice to come from IA to AZ. "K" seems happier now; we see more smiles and eye contact from her. She has been reaching and grabbing things more than before. She has been making more verbal sounds.
I think HBOT is a chance for improvement. No matter how small or large, changes are wonderful. Especially for parent to see or hear from others of what they notice different.
If you have a patient that needs hyperbaric services, or want more information, please contact us. We welcome the opportunity to consult with physicians and family about the benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.