Rehab Day Six...

Our PT (this weeks shift) is doing great work. He wanted to get rid of the walker and using assistance on both sides emphasized better technique. Kevin's brain is relearning how to walk now and it needs to be in proper form. Alex (PT) also walked him up 2 flights of stairs. Kevin wasn't about to show he was leery of that idea until it was all over😊. Great right leg strengthening today using a ladder and some platforms with the affected leg doing more of the work. OT which works with fine motor and self skills working the right arm, seeing some shoulder motion and arm tone. Each day there is much to celebrate. Language skills are progressing. We do lots of practice activities during our down time. His first choice for a read is the scriptures...he always remembers where we left off better than I do. I am praying continually during the day how I can best help him. Also how the therapists can best use their skills, knowledge and equipment to give him the best possible help. This morning he was concerned that it was 8:00 and he wasn't off to therapy(they start at 8:30) but he was so used to being at the office by 8 for so many years, he felt he was late! He continues to be enthusiastic even when exhausted. His hardwork ethic is evident and the therapists are taking advantage. It is all evidence of the power of faith, prayers, and the healing hand of the Lord for one of His beloved servants. Thank you for your continued faith, prayers, and encouragement.

 I sat in during Dad's OT last week at EIRMC, and the therapist sat with him for about 15 minutes trying to get him to do this same exercise. I watched as my Dad tried so hard and kept pushing himself to move that arm (even breaking a sweat) unfortunately, with no movement by the end of the session. So Dad being able to do this just a week after is so amazing. Love seeing improvements each day!