Your prayers are need. My lil brother in critical condition - Page 2

MustangKelly96 · 08-05-2002, 01:34 AM

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Josh. So sorry

Skyman · 08-05-2002, 02:42 AM

FUCKNIG A man, I can't stand hearing **** like this.... I wish you guys all the best, and I know he will get better soon.

Skyler

mustangman65_79 · 08-05-2002, 04:02 AM

Man, I'm so sorry to hear about this bad news. I hope that he gets much better. I'm sending my prayers to u and your brother. Tell your dad to hang in there.

Old Guy with 87 GT · 08-05-2002, 04:48 AM

my prayers go out to you and your brother josh .....i wish for the best

unfortunatly ,i do know how you feel .......when i was 11 years old my father was in a magor motercycle accident and suffered head trama ...........keep your hopes high ,peaple do recover from this type of injury .......it took my father a long time to recover ,he was in a coma for almost 5 months and had to go through some tough battles to recover ............but he did recover ........

it's been almost twenty years and my father is still around ........ they told us a couple of times that he might not make it through the night ....but he did and he did recover

keep your hopes up and i will pray for your brother you and your family
.......james

joe4speed · 08-05-2002, 04:55 AM

You have my prayers as well, I hope everything turns out ok.

Shelby428cj · 08-05-2002, 02:14 PM

You are in our prayers!! Best wishes! And please keep us posted on your brothers condition!!

RAGE_5.0 · 08-05-2002, 04:14 PM

Josh I am sorry all of this is happening to you and your family. I hope your brother pulls through alright. My thoughts are with Matthew and your family.

Was anybody else hurt in tyhe accident?

JAMES

blue00gt · 08-05-2002, 04:30 PM

Josh - I'm hoping for the best for your brother. Try to keep a good attitude and just believe...

Mr 5 0 · 08-05-2002, 05:03 PM

Josh:

I'm so sorry to learn of Matt's accident and serious injuries.

I've been distracted with some physical problems (surgery) in my own family (wife) plus dealing with some time-consuming MW issues and I managed to miss your post, which I regret.

The medical aspects of Matt's case are beyond my expertise, obviously, but you and Matt and your family have the prayers and hopes for recovery from myself and my wife and of course, all of us at Mustang Works.

This is so shocking and scary but hold on to your faith and be there for Matt, as we know you all will.

Stay in touch as best you can, Josh. We know this is a tough time but you have a lot of friends here and want to know as much as you can give us, as your time permits.

God Bless you, Matt and the family at this time.

Crazy Horse GT · 08-05-2002, 05:09 PM

man josh, i just got home from indy, oh my god thats awful, man mine & odie's prayers are with matt & your family, i hate hearing this bro, keep me informed & god bless. marty.

Unit 5302 · 08-05-2002, 06:05 PM

Hey Josh,

Hope the little bro pulls through, and things turn out better than the information you've been given. There are stories of triumph all the time.

As far as his brain swelling, it's a cycling effect. High ICP (intracranial pressure) can cause additional injury, and further swelling.

The brain is much like any other tissue on the body. When it's injured, it swells. The difference is it has no place to go because it's contained within a solid shell (skull). An ICP of 24mm is high. Too high. An ICP of 30mm is considered severe brain swelling. The doctors are set to begin relieving pressure at 24mm to attempt to control further damage, and resultant swelling. There is a finite amount of liquid to drain off in the brain, and they don't want to begin relieving if they don't have to. It's not just the ICP they are worried about. The CPP is also very important. It's basically MAP - ICP. It has to do with the (mean aterial pressure) blood pressure, minus the intracranial pressure. If the ICP is elevated, the blood has a hard time being pumped to the brain, and the brain becomes oxygen starved.

I hope a little partial explaination will help you.

http://www.nda.ox.ac.uk/wfsa/html/u08/u08_013.htm

Good luck to your brother, you, and your family.

Kell

venumus93 · 08-05-2002, 08:21 PM

Josh:

Many prayers from FL for Matthew & your family. Keep on visiting him & talking to him because your strength will add to his & help him more than you will every know! Take care & keep us updated on his progress.
later,

Sean

84LX89GT · 08-06-2002, 12:42 AM

Hey josh, i'm so sorry to hear about your brother. I don't know what i'd do if my little brother ever got hurt. I lost my uncle to cancer 4 months ago so i know the feeling of helplessness and wondering if he's going to make it. My prayers are with your family and your brother.

95ragtop · 08-06-2002, 02:38 PM

I am so sorry to hear about your brother. You and your family are in my prayers. Don't underestimate the power of prayer. Also, as difficult as it may be, spend as much time talking to your brother as you can. He can hear you, and he must be pretty scared. Your voice will be reassuring, and will help him pull through.

When my dad was in a coma, the nursing staff told me to talk to him, and when he came out of it, he told me he heard everything, and just knowing I was there made him feel better. Even if its just reading him the paper. Also, talk to your family about your feelings, it may be awkward, but there is strength in family.

Again, you and your family are in my prayers.

Dave

95mustanggt · 08-06-2002, 03:41 PM

Hang in there guy!

It is tough times like these that test our true character. I am a believer in positive energy. Your strength and courage will not only help carry you through this but help your father deal with this to. Being positive despite the situation will help your brother heal, he will feel your energy and love.

Be positive.

Be strong.

You have all of our support.

- Cam -

DRASTiK · 08-06-2002, 05:53 PM

You're all in our prayers.

tireburner163 · 08-06-2002, 07:11 PM

Fist of all, thanks a TON for all the prayers.

He's doing better IMO. The pressure on his brain has stayed in the low teens for 2 days now, but Sun. it was in the hig 20's and I think was even at 30 for a while. The swelling on this face has gone down and he looks a lot better. They say the pressure isn't as much of a deal as they thought it would be. He is stable. I honestly believe in my heart that he will not die. They said the first 48-72 hours would be the most critical and it's been more than 80 now.

Now for some bad news. Well he had 2 blood clots in his brain, on the the front part of the brain and the other on the back part. Both on the left side. They said that the clots stayed there too long(4 hours). And that they cause a brain infartion(sp?)....basicly he's got severe brain damage

. From what I've heard if Merdian would have had a nerosurgen(we on have one and he was on vacation) that there would have been little to no brain damage. POS town, insurance is so high in MS that all the doctors are leaving

Just keep praying guys.

L8ter,
Josh, aka the tireburner

Crazy Horse GT · 08-06-2002, 07:29 PM

man, josh, im so sorry to hear that but, it could be worse, i really dont know what to say, i'm still praying for matt, you got my # if you want to talk, i feel for you & your family, god bless matt, i'm going to call some friend's, they have a worldwide prayer, line going, i will ask them to put him on it, best wishes for your family, cya, keep us informed. marty.

induction · 08-06-2002, 07:32 PM

Josh ,we are all here for you and send our extended family love and support that we now you must need at this time. Stay strong and talk to your brother as often as you can and include the normal everyday conversation he can hear "everything" you say. ( its a medical fact) We love ya big guy

Ricesux · 08-06-2002, 08:00 PM

Josh,

Im terribly sorry to hear of your little brother's accident. I can't begin to imagine the pain you and your family are in. I am and will continue to pray for Matt's quick and strong recovery.

God bless,
Ryan

08-05-2002, 02:42 AM	#22
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	FUCKNIG A man, I can't stand hearing ** like this.... I wish you guys all the best, and I know he will get better soon. Skyler __________________ 2001 BMW M3 6spd 12.79@108 RIP ---- 1993 Notch w/ 98 4V 4.6 Fasttt... -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- 12.32@109 -1999 Black Cobra Coupe-** JBA Shorties, Bassani Cat-X, Magnaflow 3", Pulleys, 85mm Pro-M, Ported Intake, Soild Rear w/ 4.30s, Tubular Front End, X2C arms, 13lb batt, few others.

08-05-2002, 04:02 AM	#23
mustangman65_79 My poor 79 RIP Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Suisun City, Posts: 2,320	Man, I'm so sorry to hear about this bad news. I hope that he gets much better. I'm sending my prayers to u and your brother. Tell your dad to hang in there. __________________ '84 mustang GT turbo '85 LTD '89 Camaro Irocz z28 '94 Lightning '96 Trans am

08-05-2002, 04:48 AM	#24
Old Guy with 87 GT Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Posts: 379	my prayers go out to you and your brother josh .....i wish for the best unfortunatly ,i do know how you feel .......when i was 11 years old my father was in a magor motercycle accident and suffered head trama ...........keep your hopes high ,peaple do recover from this type of injury .......it took my father a long time to recover ,he was in a coma for almost 5 months and had to go through some tough battles to recover ............but he did recover ........ it's been almost twenty years and my father is still around ........ they told us a couple of times that he might not make it through the night ....but he did and he did recover keep your hopes up and i will pray for your brother you and your family .......james __________________ the "not so old",old guy 87 Mustang GT T-top >hanlon t-5, pro 5.0, centerforce clutch ,adj. cable/quatrant ,3.27s ,full 2 1/2 ex(off road H) adj. reg. ,e-cam ,70mm TB, cobra intake ,1.7rr ,ported/milled e7ets w/crane springs ,306 balaced/decked short block w/speed pro forged flat top pistons ...257rwhp/302rwt best et 13.7@102 (4/11 ) '80 Capri (future project,currently collecting parts for 351 moter) Last edited by Old Guy with 87 GT; 08-05-2002 at 04:55 AM..

08-05-2002, 04:55 AM	#25
joe4speed He said Member...heh, heh Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A. Posts: 3,718	You have my prayers as well, I hope everything turns out ok. __________________ *Joe!* 1988 GT, 13.58@101mph Check out my listing! Click here! Or my website:www.joe4speed.com

08-05-2002, 04:14 PM	#27
RAGE_5.0 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Leamington, Ontario, Canada Posts: 767	Josh I am sorry all of this is happening to you and your family. I hope your brother pulls through alright. My thoughts are with Matthew and your family. Was anybody else hurt in tyhe accident? JAMES __________________ Black 1990 Cobra Mac offroad H pipe, Hooker aerochambers , k&n bunch of stuff that I'm to lazy to type out sitting in my room

08-05-2002, 01:34 AM	#21
MustangKelly96 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: The Great State of Indiana Posts: 353	My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Josh. So sorry

08-05-2002, 02:14 PM	#26
Shelby428cj Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 510	You are in our prayers!! Best wishes! And please keep us posted on your brothers condition!!

08-05-2002, 04:30 PM	#28
blue00gt Mustang Addict Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 1,294	Josh - I'm hoping for the best for your brother. Try to keep a good attitude and just believe... __________________ Strike down the unroadworthy! 2000 GT Atl. Blue: '03 Cobra motor - 465rwhp/473rwtq, T-56 6-speed, full MM TA/PH & tubular K-member suspension, Saleen body, 17" Torq-Thrust II's, M/T ET Street radials, and lots more '94 Rio Red Cobra: All the bolt-ons, 3.73s

08-05-2002, 05:03 PM	#29
Mr 5 0 Conservative Individualist Join Date: May 1997 Location: Wherever I need to be Posts: 7,487	Josh: I'm so sorry to learn of Matt's accident and serious injuries. I've been distracted with some physical problems (surgery) in my own family (wife) plus dealing with some time-consuming MW issues and I managed to miss your post, which I regret. The medical aspects of Matt's case are beyond my expertise, obviously, but you and Matt and your family have the prayers and hopes for recovery from myself and my wife and of course, all of us at Mustang Works. This is so shocking and scary but hold on to your faith and be there for Matt, as we know you all will. Stay in touch as best you can, Josh. We know this is a tough time but you have a lot of friends here and want to know as much as you can give us, as your time permits. God Bless you, Matt and the family at this time. __________________ 5.0 Mustang Owner 1990 - 2005

08-05-2002, 05:09 PM	#30
Crazy Horse GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Sale Creek, TN. C. S. A. Posts: 4,652	man josh, i just got home from indy, oh my god thats awful, man mine & odie's prayers are with matt & your family, i hate hearing this bro, keep me informed & god bless. marty. __________________ 95 gt vert, lot's of stuff, it aint slow. 04 sonic blue v - six my beater 89 rs camaro iroc turbo hood, other stuff, my wifes ride 84 lx stang cammed up 289 hi po, etc 65 falcon, maybe by the year 2020. black 00gt, gone but never forgotten. R H C- member # 1 o.b.c. da prez- member # 1 if your under 40 dont ask. goodbye for now odie,r.i.p. 11-27-03

08-05-2002, 06:05 PM	#31
Unit 5302 Registered Member Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 5,246	Hey Josh, Hope the little bro pulls through, and things turn out better than the information you've been given. There are stories of triumph all the time. As far as his brain swelling, it's a cycling effect. High ICP (intracranial pressure) can cause additional injury, and further swelling. The brain is much like any other tissue on the body. When it's injured, it swells. The difference is it has no place to go because it's contained within a solid shell (skull). An ICP of 24mm is high. Too high. An ICP of 30mm is considered severe brain swelling. The doctors are set to begin relieving pressure at 24mm to attempt to control further damage, and resultant swelling. There is a finite amount of liquid to drain off in the brain, and they don't want to begin relieving if they don't have to. It's not just the ICP they are worried about. The CPP is also very important. It's basically MAP - ICP. It has to do with the (mean aterial pressure) blood pressure, minus the intracranial pressure. If the ICP is elevated, the blood has a hard time being pumped to the brain, and the brain becomes oxygen starved. I hope a little partial explaination will help you. http://www.nda.ox.ac.uk/wfsa/html/u08/u08_013.htm Good luck to your brother, you, and your family. Kell

08-05-2002, 08:21 PM	#32
venumus93 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: West Melbourne, FL, USA Posts: 237	Hang in there!!! Josh: Many prayers from FL for Matthew & your family. Keep on visiting him & talking to him because your strength will add to his & help him more than you will every know! Take care & keep us updated on his progress. later, Sean

08-06-2002, 12:42 AM	#33
84LX89GT Mustangs Join Date: Jul 2000 Posts: 1,938	Hey josh, i'm so sorry to hear about your brother. I don't know what i'd do if my little brother ever got hurt. I lost my uncle to cancer 4 months ago so i know the feeling of helplessness and wondering if he's going to make it. My prayers are with your family and your brother. __________________ 2005 Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300-R 1980 Ford Thunderbird - 255 V8 ported heads, 5.0L ported stock headers, O.R. H-pipe and Flowmaster 2-chambers, dual roller timing chain hi-po Mack Truck hood emblem 1985 Mustang GT 5.0L T5, F-303, GT40p, headers, off-road h, flowmasters, MSD stuff, etc. Sold 02/06/04 1989 Mustang GT ET: 13.304@102.29 mph (5-24-03) Sold - 1998 Mustang Cobra coupe, 1/4 mile - street tires: 13.843@103.41 (bone stock)

08-06-2002, 02:38 PM	#34
95ragtop Registered Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Palmdale, CA USA Posts: 59	I am so sorry to hear about your brother. You and your family are in my prayers. Don't underestimate the power of prayer. Also, as difficult as it may be, spend as much time talking to your brother as you can. He can hear you, and he must be pretty scared. Your voice will be reassuring, and will help him pull through. When my dad was in a coma, the nursing staff told me to talk to him, and when he came out of it, he told me he heard everything, and just knowing I was there made him feel better. Even if its just reading him the paper. Also, talk to your family about your feelings, it may be awkward, but there is strength in family. Again, you and your family are in my prayers. Dave

08-06-2002, 03:41 PM	#35
95mustanggt Registered Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Kamloops, BC Posts: 2,875	Hang in there guy! It is tough times like these that test our true character. I am a believer in positive energy. Your strength and courage will not only help carry you through this but help your father deal with this to. Being positive despite the situation will help your brother heal, he will feel your energy and love. Be positive. Be strong. You have all of our support. - Cam - __________________ 1995 Mustang GT 20016 F150 Lariat Super Crew

08-06-2002, 05:53 PM	#36
DRASTiK Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Yuma, AZ Posts: 536	You're all in our prayers.

08-06-2002, 07:11 PM	#37
tireburner163 It's a lot like a race car Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Meridian, MS Posts: 4,130	Fist of all, thanks a TON for all the prayers. He's doing better IMO. The pressure on his brain has stayed in the low teens for 2 days now, but Sun. it was in the hig 20's and I think was even at 30 for a while. The swelling on this face has gone down and he looks a lot better. They say the pressure isn't as much of a deal as they thought it would be. He is stable. I honestly believe in my heart that he will not die. They said the first 48-72 hours would be the most critical and it's been more than 80 now. Now for some bad news. Well he had 2 blood clots in his brain, on the the front part of the brain and the other on the back part. Both on the left side. They said that the clots stayed there too long(4 hours). And that they cause a brain infartion(sp?)....basicly he's got severe brain damage. From what I've heard if Merdian would have had a nerosurgen(we on have one and he was on vacation) that there would have been little to no brain damage. POS town, insurance is so high in MS that all the doctors are leaving Just keep praying guys. L8ter, Josh, aka the tireburner __________________ 1987 Buick T-type 1998 HD Electra Elide

08-06-2002, 07:29 PM	#38
Crazy Horse GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Sale Creek, TN. C. S. A. Posts: 4,652	man, josh, im so sorry to hear that but, it could be worse, i really dont know what to say, i'm still praying for matt, you got my # if you want to talk, i feel for you & your family, god bless matt, i'm going to call some friend's, they have a worldwide prayer, line going, i will ask them to put him on it, best wishes for your family, cya, keep us informed. marty. __________________ 95 gt vert, lot's of stuff, it aint slow. 04 sonic blue v - six my beater 89 rs camaro iroc turbo hood, other stuff, my wifes ride 84 lx stang cammed up 289 hi po, etc 65 falcon, maybe by the year 2020. black 00gt, gone but never forgotten. R H C- member # 1 o.b.c. da prez- member # 1 if your under 40 dont ask. goodbye for now odie,r.i.p. 11-27-03

08-06-2002, 07:32 PM	#39
induction The Brit! Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Across the Pond! Posts: 694	Josh ,we are all here for you and send our extended family love and support that we now you must need at this time. Stay strong and talk to your brother as often as you can and include the normal everyday conversation he can hear "everything" you say. ( its a medical fact) We love ya big guy __________________ *Restored 1965 Coupe* *April Mare of the Month* RiceHatersClub Member #27

08-06-2002, 08:00 PM	#40
Ricesux Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: AZ Posts: 4	Josh, Im terribly sorry to hear of your little brother's accident. I can't begin to imagine the pain you and your family are in. I am and will continue to pray for Matt's quick and strong recovery. God bless, Ryan __________________ 1 beautiful kid, 1 on the way, and an unemployed wife = 1 sold 2001 premium GT covert, and 1 sold 1992 5.0 covert.

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