It's Jodi again: Update. Mom is still in the hospital. She is looking at 6 months of antibiotic treatment because there was infection in her back. She had a PIC put in today and she actually slept through the procedure.

Mom hasn't started therapy yet. She still has a lot of pain in her upper legs... even though she's on tons of medication.

During her surgery, the Dr. took out all the hardware in her back. He thought maybe her body was rejecting the metal. As a result, she will be wearing a brace, morning til night for 6 months. He is hoping that will heal her.