An update of this weeks events.
The week was full of therapy! All kinds...physical, occupational, mental and I even made a few crafts, during a dexterity class.
Monday night I made Courtney a Christmas stocking and necklace at a craft class. Also on Monday, my favorite sister in law Brittany was in town to visit for a few days. I couldn't be in better hands, my wife an ICU nurse, my sister in law an almost Dr. in physical therapy.
In physical therapy I have been working alot on my transfers. To and from my chair to various places. They are coming along well, but things will be much easier when my left arm restrictions are lifted. It should be sometime later this week. Yah!! I have been looking very much forward to this, as it will make everything go a little smoother. Especially pushing my wheelchair!!!
I was able to get out on a couple of outings. Dinner a few nights and the mall Thursday night! It was great to get off the Shepherd Center campus for awhile. The mall was a bit busy, during the busy holiday season, but I maneuvered okay with the help of Courtney and a few Therapeutic Rec advisors. Keeping in mind that Courtney doesn't drive my chair any better than she drives a car!!
A highlight of the week was my cycling class. The class offered alot of different options for paracyling. Something I will be interested in for sure!
Now that I am feeling better, I have learned several machines in the weight room. It will be great to spend some free time lifting iron and building up my cardio!!!
Thanks for all of the Christmas cards! I am getting better everyday and look forward to getting home soon!
Enjoy the holiday season...and to all of you in the north, stay warm!
Dana and Courtney
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Sunday, December 9, 2007
There are benefits to being in the South ............
Like sunshine and 75 degree weather. Woo Hoo!
This is the end of my first full week in rehab and it was great to be back. The week was filled with PT, OT, and other physical activities (like working out in the fitness gym on the hand operated exercise bike). I loved getting out in the "real" gym again. With all of this physical activity comes great afternoon naps and restful nights (rehab is almost as tiring as running again). I had an extra one hour PT session on Saturday morning consisting of arm strength training and manual dexterity training for my left hand. My left hand improves a little bit every day. Mom can't believe the difference since her last visit!
On Wednesday evening, Dad and I went to watch Rugby practice (aka murder ball). If you haven't already seen it you should rent the movie "Murder Ball" and you'll have an idea of how tough the sport is.
Dad took over as "junior" nurse mid week and went through the training necessary to obtain a push pass. Thanks to his efforts he was "certified" on several procedures, and we were able to leave the Shepherd campus on Saturday. This is the first time I have been outside Shepherd's in my manual chair, so it was a new experience. In the afternoon we went to the drug store and had lunch at Chick-fil-A (a southern fast food emporium just across the street). For dinner, Mom, Dad, and I went to the Montana Grill (also just down the street) where the specialty is bison; very tasty.
Courtney bought a small Christmas tree for my corner of the room complete with white lights and blue candy canes and decorations. The staff at Shepherd's seem to enjoy the tree and it helps keep us in the Christmas spirit.
I am looking forward to next week and a full rehab schedule. We are also looking forward to visiting with guests traveling to Atlanta over the next several weekends.
As always, I appreciate your cards and letters as they provide excellent motivation and support during this transitional period in my life.
Best wishes and happy holidays. Enjoy the season!
Dana
This is the end of my first full week in rehab and it was great to be back. The week was filled with PT, OT, and other physical activities (like working out in the fitness gym on the hand operated exercise bike). I loved getting out in the "real" gym again. With all of this physical activity comes great afternoon naps and restful nights (rehab is almost as tiring as running again). I had an extra one hour PT session on Saturday morning consisting of arm strength training and manual dexterity training for my left hand. My left hand improves a little bit every day. Mom can't believe the difference since her last visit!
On Wednesday evening, Dad and I went to watch Rugby practice (aka murder ball). If you haven't already seen it you should rent the movie "Murder Ball" and you'll have an idea of how tough the sport is.
Dad took over as "junior" nurse mid week and went through the training necessary to obtain a push pass. Thanks to his efforts he was "certified" on several procedures, and we were able to leave the Shepherd campus on Saturday. This is the first time I have been outside Shepherd's in my manual chair, so it was a new experience. In the afternoon we went to the drug store and had lunch at Chick-fil-A (a southern fast food emporium just across the street). For dinner, Mom, Dad, and I went to the Montana Grill (also just down the street) where the specialty is bison; very tasty.
Courtney bought a small Christmas tree for my corner of the room complete with white lights and blue candy canes and decorations. The staff at Shepherd's seem to enjoy the tree and it helps keep us in the Christmas spirit.
I am looking forward to next week and a full rehab schedule. We are also looking forward to visiting with guests traveling to Atlanta over the next several weekends.
As always, I appreciate your cards and letters as they provide excellent motivation and support during this transitional period in my life.
Best wishes and happy holidays. Enjoy the season!
Dana
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