Springing Back

It's been a couple of weeks since Jeff went back to rehabilitation and I had the pleasure of visiting him in person this past weekend. What a difference those couple of weeks have made since we last updated you about his limited abilities?!

While he has a lot of work to go to get back to his condition prior to surgery #2, Jeff is working so hard and it shows. His arms and hands are moving again - Amen! He still needs to build strength and improve motor skills, but it's nice to see him moving. He described recent big wins as being able to: 1. brush his own teeth. 2. Feed himself. 3. Use the iPad and his phone to communicate with all of you!

Another recent win was being able to lift himself to a sitting up position from leaning on his elbow - both sides! He isn't slowing down - Jeff repeatedly requests to have PT 7 days a week - no day of rest for Fun Guy.

Unfortunately, Jeff is still experiencing some strange side effects (burning sensation and pain in his hands) from the recent injury/surgery and he has to take additional meds to reduce the pain and irritation. It seems like the doctors have found the right dose and medication for now - they are hopeful that these symptoms will subside as Jeff heals and makes progress.

He is currently in a power chair that he controls with his hand. Just think how many times over the weekend I heard someone say "Slow down!" He handles that thing just like everything else in life - fast and furious. Amanda and I think they need to put a governor on that thing.

Keep an eye on the blog. I have several more updates for this week - including a special holiday celebration.