Re: [Philmont]: Torn ligaments

Make sure the doctor *clearly* understands the physical demands of the trek.
A second opinion by another physician would also be advisable. If both say he
is good to go, then so be it. IMO, let the doctors decide and keep the troop out
of it. I would not want the responsibility of making the decision, and it sounds
to me as though you don't want it as well.

Young people heal quicker, but, like you, I'm skeptical. As a parent, even if
the doc said it was okay, I would have serious reservations about sending my
son off on the trek wearing a knee brace.

I've no clue on the refund issue. Best bet is to find another boy (another troop
maybe?) to take his place, if it comes to that.

Brad
Troop 76
Manhattan, KS

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Subject: [Philmont]: Torn ligaments
Date sent: Mon, 21 Jun 2004 09:10:58 -0500
From: "Vannerson, William G." <WVannerson@foley.com>

> One of our crew members injured himself playing baseball Thursday. The
> first MRI indicates he tore ligaments. Another appointment is set this
> week (I believe) to re-examine once the swelling has subsided. The
> boys father says the doctor indicates he might still make the trek if
> it heals and he wears a brace.
>
> I'm looking for some advise on how I should approach this difficult
> situation. He are my thoughts so far.
>
> If the doctor clears him and he's truly capable and ready, I'd love to
> make sure he participates. But I'm a bit skeptical and frightened by
> the potential risk. He may tough it out on a bum ankle and end up
> having a miserable time, as well as have a negative impact on the rest
> of the crew if he can't hold his own or slows down the crew too much
> and we miss activities. Or worse, he may reinjure the it and have to
> come off the trail. Since we have only two adults, that would but the
> entire crew's trek at jeopardy.
>
> I'd like to set up a meeting between the boy, his father, myself and
> the other advisor to review the situations, discuss our options and
> set a decision timeline. I'd keep the Scoutmaster and Committee
> Chairperson informed and seek their opinion as well, but may not
> include them in the meeting so we don't overwhelm them by numbers.
>
> Lastly, I haven't reread the material, but I believe there's a new
> refund policy. Is that correct? And, in the event we try to replace
> him, what advise can you offer about going through that process.
>
> BTW, this really bums me out. This is not the type of situation and
> decision process one anticipates when taking on the job of
> coordinating a trek. :-(
>
> Thanks
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