09/24/2026
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A Routine Physical Uncovers Severe Health Issues
What began as a routine 6th-grade physical quickly turned into a major medical ordeal for young Nevaeh:
Severe Scoliosis: The exam revealed a nearly 70-degree curve in Nevaeh’s spine.
Congenital Heart Defect: Before spinal surgery could be scheduled, a required cardiology evaluation discovered she was born with Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return (PAPVR) along with a hole in her heart.
Spinal treatment was paused so surgeons could perform open-heart surgery to repair her heart on January 8th. After successfully recovering from cardiac surgery, Nevaeh's medical focus returned to her spine.
Extended Hospitalization in Halo Traction
Twelve days ago, Nevaeh underwent an anterior spinal fusion and was placed in halo traction to gradually stretch and straighten her severely curved spine.
Her mother, Danielle, shares the details of her current treatment plan:
Hospital Stay: Nevaeh could remain hospitalized in halo traction for another 4 to 8 weeks, depending on how her spine responds.
Goal of Traction: Slowly realigning her spine as much as possible to ensure surgeons can safely perform her next spinal fusion.
Family Impact: The extended hospital stay keeps Nevaeh separated from her school routines, her brother, and her sister.
"It’s definitely hard watching your child in so much pain and discomfort and not being able to take it all away," Danielle shared.
A Mother's Request for Support
Despite the physical discomfort and long days spent in the hospital, Nevaeh continues to keep a smile on her face.
Danielle asks for continued prayers and support for:
Nevaeh's Strength: Endurance through the long weeks of traction and a successful, safe second spinal fusion.
Family Unity: Support for Nevaeh's brother and sister while the extended hospital stay keeps their family apart.
Motherly Resilience: Strength for herself as she guides her daughter through this difficult journey.