Former 2nd overall pick Nolan Patrick believes he is making progress with his migraine disorder as he does his best to get back in the lineup with the Philadelphia Flyers. But the 21-year-old admits it's frustrating at time.
“It's slow, but obviously I notice it,” Patrick told the Philadelphia Inquirer. “Obviously it's getting better, but it's pretty frustrating [not to be playing]."
Patrick has yet to play a game for the Flyers this season, but did take part in practice Wednesday. Head coach Alain Vigneault says he gets updates from the team's medical staff a couple of times a week and he likes what he's seeing on the ice.
"Today, he looked real good. He looked smooth,” Vigneault said. “He killed penalties in a couple of instances. He's week-to-week, and I know he wants to get back. So, we'll play this by ear and see what the doctors say.”
There is still no definitive timeline for Patrick's return. Vigneault says he wants to see at least "two or three" more full practices before he can make a decision on whether the forward can return to playing in actual games. Patrick, himself, admits things can change quickly.
"Some days are tough, and it obviously affects your everyday life, too. Hopefully it turns the corner pretty quickly. It's been improving, but it's been a little slower than I hoped for, but I'm getting better.”
There is no cure for Patrick's migraine disorder, but it can be managed with proper medication and lifestyle changes.
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer
