Derotation osteotomy

MilliganHermione
MilliganHermione Community Member Posts: 4 Listener
in Cerebral Palsy Network

Hello,

My Husband (38) with CP, has had a femoral/tibial derotation osteotomy. He was completely independent before (no walking aids).

6 months post surgery he is walking with elbow crutches & has reached a plateau in his rehab, and he's becoming frustrated with not being back to his baseline mobility yet (although we were told 1-2 years).

I just wondered if anyone had any experience of similar circumstances and/or had any advice ?

On a side note, we would really LOVE to get away somewhere that is accessible (preferably self catering, but would consider a hotel- bonus points for a hot tub/spa). Does anyone have any recommendations of places to stay in the UK?

Thanks so much 😊

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  • MilliganHermione
    MilliganHermione Community Member Posts: 4 Listener

    I should specify, he has spastic diplegic CP

  • Mary_Scope
    Mary_Scope Posts: 4,676 Scope Online Community Children and Family Specialists

    Hi @MilliganHermione

    I hope your husband has a smooth recovery, it sounds like that was a major operation!

    We do have a wonderful CP network with CP specialists here on the community @SaraC_Scope @Richard_Scope @Lucy_Scope who offer specialist advice, support and information to people with CP and their families.

    There a few websites such as Disabled Holidays, Accessible Holiday Escapes and Limitless Travel that may be worth exploring😊

  • Lucy_Scope
    Lucy_Scope Posts: 205 Cerebral Palsy Network

    Hi @MilliganHermione,

    It is very normal to feel frustrated with recovery after a big surgery. However, it is common for recovery to take longer in patients with cerebral palsy.

    What professionals have been involved in his aftercare? Is he currently weight-bearing?

    Best wishes,

    Lucy

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