Yesterday Matt tried once more with the Sask pole with no success, so I think that may be put on the back burner for awhile. Worked more on his left arm, which is constantly gaining but very slow compared to the right one.
Today Matt had to be at the Abilities Council for his leg brace at 8am, so another very early morning. Poor dad didn't have an alarm clock so hardly slept because he was afraid he would sleep in!
Matt found it much easier to stand with the brace on the left leg. He was able to stand up 4 times, each time getting better. Always dizzy at first and the spasms interfere alot, but each time less dizzy and less spasms. When Matt goes to stand, he places his arms on the parellel bars, leans ahead, and attempts to stand, but just too weak and body is having trouble remembering how. So the staff needs to lift him until he is 1/2 standing and then Matt is able to try and straighten his legs. By pushing with his legs from that position and pushing up with his right arm (and a tiny bit with his left) he can get to a standing position with less help. They thought they would try for Matt to take a step. He was able to lift his right leg, however he was unable to bend his ankle and the toes dragged on the floor preventing him from taking a step. So they put a half curling slider on the right foot so he could slide his foot forward. Once he slide it further then he had to slide it back to standing position and did well. They put a L shape brace on the top of his right foot inside his shoe to try and prevent his toes from getting in the way but may need some more adjusting. Keep up the good work, Matt!! Slow and sure, steady and strong. We are so proud of you!!
They are still talking of discharging Matt the end of February so please pray for continued guidance in the decisions we as a family need to make. He knows what is best for Matt and wants us to trust in Him. Proverbs 28:26 "He who trusts in himself is a fool, but he who walks in wisdom is kept safe."
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Hey Matt! We are so excited about the progress you're making, and we are confident that the best is yet to be! I came across this verse this morning. It has application for us leaving NZ to go home to Saskatoon in a couple of weeks; maybe it will encourage you and your family too....
"Do not cling to events of the past or dwell on what happened long ago. Watch for the new thing I am going to do. It is already happening - you can see it now!
I will make a road through the wilderness and give you streams of watr there."
Isaiah43:18-19
See you soon! Carol and family
Just a note of encouragement to all that read this blog. I'm sure if you left a small note for Matt & family, it would really be an encouragement to them all. It only takes a minute. And you just need to click on the anonymous button if you're not a blogger.
Hi-Each day is a new day and new things to rejoice with you about-the curling slider is a neat idea-you are a step ahead of me-never used one of those HA! Denise and Darryl will be home tomorrow night til the 24th so we are looking forward to that! It sure was nice today---reminding me spring does follow winter! Best get organized here as we have a Gideon service tomorrow morning in Tisdale so will have an early start!Take care.yy/by
Hey Matt & Family
We read your blog every day and keep cheering you on. You have made amazing progress and just keep working, as you know your results are your reward. We all talk about you often and keep praying for you. Hi to all your family. Take care.
Kistner family.
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