No one ever doubted Karl's will to get better. We all knew he would do everything in his power to get back to the life he loves so much. And now he has a real opportunity to do just that.
The Memorial rehab facility has already proven to be instrumental in Karl's physical recovery. The past 3 days have been full of to getting back some independence for our guy. Below is a short list of milestone's Karl has accomplished this week.
Monday:
Karl was able to get around by walking his feel in the wheel chair - showing strength in his legs! Did some work practicing the mechanics of walking and got about 3 feet.
- Longest period sitting up in a wheel chair
- Got to HUG me while standing up (this was the best- a real hug!!)
- Sitting outside in the fresh air!!
- Ate a cookie :)
Tuesday
- Walking down the hall with a walker!!
- Increased movement in right hand
Tuesday morning the team of doctors met to assess Karl's long term plan. We are expecting another 2-3 weeks in rehab for now. Will assess again next week. There are still lots of unknowns in the relm of nerological progress.
Wednesday
- Working on walking up STAIRS!!
- Eating meals with limited assistance, using special utensil "guides" (and appetite is back!)
- Walking better with the walker, all the way to rehab room
- Standing with no assistance
- Sitting in a real chair
- Practicing getting in and out of a car
- Math problems (these were tricky, but easier the second time)
We did run into a few concerns with staff and made sure to speak with every person in charge to make it right. Karl deserves the best care there is to be had.
This week has been the most successful and positive since Karl's trip to the hospital. It's apparent that seeing his progress, and being able to do more on his own has brought happiness to Karl. The past few days have also brought relief and joy to our family. Seeing Karl finally move forward is all we ever wanted. He's ready to get home and working HARD at it!
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