We had a chance to watch a PT session yesterday and were impressed by Mike's strides. With a great deal of guidance and help, Mike sat up in bed, pivoted and made his way to a wheelchair. We wheeled him over to a stationary bike mechanism (he cycles and sits in the wheelchair) and did ten minutes on the bike. Then he wheeled himself around a bit more for fun.
The PT reminded us that when Mike "wakes up," which is to say when the swelling goes completely down and the lethargic state of mind lifts, he's going to be in a good place. He walked into this stroke physically fit and it will serve him well coming back out of it.
We are heading back out to watch and participate in another full day of rehab. It's a intense experience for Mike and he is understandably wiped out.
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Classic. I can just imagine uncle John's ultra dry retort at the car dealership.
Just wanted to say thanks to Caitlin for keeping all of us up to date with the informative and often very witty postings. Much appreciated. Keep them coming.
Also, as a distant (geographically only) relative I am very grateful (yet, not at all surprised) by the amazing support of your friends. Wish we could be there but my OB needs me close to home these days.
Hang in there Mike, and try to take it easy on the PT. One of the things I've learned about you in the past 37 years is that you can do anything. I'm sure rehab will be no different.
Love and hugs to all,
Jen
P.S. to Wendy - Philly sends her best.
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