Sooo sorry to hear that Ruth ... . They will likely keep him in an induced coma to allow swelling to subside and optimise cerebral perfusion . During that time neurological assessment is not possible till they lighten his sedation . They will look for him to follow simple commands... make purposeful rather than reflex movements with the absence of seizure activity or posturing . It's a difficult time for family when they really need answers . My thoughts are with you and your loved ones . If you need to talk message me

I feel so sorry for him and you and your family you must be totally stressed out..Obviously... any update

Update: Colton is in stable condition and responding well to treatment. He is not awake and has a very long way to go, but his doctors are optimistic. Thank you all for your prayers and well wishes.

Update: Colton is in stable condition and responding well to treatment. He is not awake and has a very long way to go, but his doctors are optimistic. Thank you all for your prayers and well wishes.

Well, it's been quite a week. My step-son is stable but still in an induced coma. It may be some weeks before they can bring him out of it.

As if that wasn't enough I have developed sudden onset Dystonia and am praying I do not find myself completely disabled at some point as it is progressing rapidly for the worse. I had never even heard of Dystonia before Tuesday in the ER. Talk about having your life turned upside down. I am trying to stay positive for my family and my chidlren and that's actually why I came here to write abut how I'm doing because I can't really express my true fear anywhere else. i have to be strong for everyone but the truth is that I'm scared out of my mind.

This dystonia may be temporary due to stress/ trauma. You need to be allow yourself to be human and for goodness sake dont hold your emotions in to be strong. Your body tells you when you are not ok.
Scream, cry, do what you have to to unleash the hurt, frustration.
I am speaking from experience. My first husband was in a car accident with head trauma, induced coma, on life support.
Shall continue praying for you .....

((((Ruth)))

You are speaking from experience about Dystonia? When did you have it? Are you saying it went away?

I'm asking because both my ENT and neurologist have said that stress does not cause Dystonia although it may aggravate the symptoms as with any disease. So I am very interested in your experience.

Dystonia is a movement disorder brought about by imbalances in certain neuro-transmitters. Although i think stress will not cause you to have dystonia, per se, it can definitely trigger its onset especially if you are genetically predisposed to it. Sudden mental, physical and emotional overload can cause a lot of hormonal and neurochemical imbalances.

Think about it as something like having tremors after drinking several cups of coffee. Some people get tremors with just one cup, some after 5 or more...some has it worse when they are under pressure.

Try to find your center, ruth. I agree with ladywind, dont keep it all in on your own.

Im not saying whether it is permanent or temporary, but the longer you remain in that imbalanced state, the harder it will be for your body to recover.

Take care of yourself. And yes, pray and trust. It has always helped me to know that i am not alone in my troubles, and to be able to let go of at least part of that burden.

May God bless you and help you in your time of need.

Well, it's been quite a week. My step-son is stable but still in an induced coma. It may be some weeks before they can bring him out of it.

As if that wasn't enough I have developed sudden onset Dystonia and am praying I do not find myself completely disabled at some point as it is progressing rapidly for the worse. I had never even heard of Dystonia before Tuesday in the ER. Talk about having your life turned upside down. I am trying to stay positive for my family and my chidlren and that's actually why I came here to write abut how I'm doing because I can't really express my true fear anywhere else. i have to be strong for everyone but the truth is that I'm scared out of my mind.