Hello All.
I know it has been awhile since you have been updated on what has been happening with Scott's progress. After we were discharged from Barrow's we didn't waste any time getting back into life.
On days that he isn't doing outpatient therapy at CTN (Center for Transitional Neurological Rehab) or attending doctor's appointments, Scott is busy filling his time with
"recreational therapy."
I will let Scott tell you about what has been going on for us lately...
followed by a few other pictures and videos.
Here are just a few of the things that have been going on since we have been home.
-We have been to our favorite restaurant
- We joined our friends for a BBQ
- We went to see The Avengers
- We went to see the Phoenix Coyotes Hockey game
- We have had many wonderful visitors
- We celebrated a birthday, Mother's Day, and our 5th year anniversary
- Scott played in the pool with his brother
- He played billiards and almost won (It was very impressive)
- We went on a short desert hike with family
On days off from CTN (outpatient therapy) Scott has been working hard at the gym. His physical therapist at CTN keeps telling him that she has to think really hard of new things for him to work on because he keeps mastering the things she gives him to do.
One area of focus has been Scott's balance...
See for yourself how far he has come :)
At CTN Scott did a "Balance Master" test.
You can see his results below...
Also in the purple box on the right you will see a little blue gingerbread figure. Ultimately that figure should stay centered between the crosshairs. This machine will calculate any shift in weight and will detect where his balance is. We were excited to see that his composition score was above the normal mark! Wahoo Scott.
He has been doing a lot of evaluation at CTN over the past couple weeks. After all the initial testing is done they will sit down with us and explain what Scott's treatment plan will be.
So maybe by next post we will have some medical jargon for all you who have been missing that... I will do my best to take notes :)
Love you all,
Ashley
Wahoo, Scottie! Sooo much improvement in the 2 weeks since I have been home! Sooooo amazing! Your fingers are moving so much more quickly and fluidly on the guitar! You are remembering more songs. You are now able to juggle the soccer ball for a few reps...with your right leg!!! And...look how much more quickly you are responding to a change in the ball position! Reaction time, agility, strength, balance and foot eye coordination are all improving nicely! Your PT must be having a blast with you!
ReplyDeleteScott, your speech is becoming more fluid and natural, and I continue to note steady improvement in the movement of your facial muscles! Wahoo!
And...Ashley... your tape job looked great in the pool picture! Nice job! You're looking pro now!
It's sooo great to see the progress "in person"! Thanks so much for the pics and videos! Lookin' good!
Love you both!
Mom
Okay,.... I have to admit, I keep looking at the videos over and over again! It still amazes me that Scott continues to progress as quickly as he does! What an amazing miracle!
ReplyDeleteI loved the song Scott it was wonderful! You are singing again and it's amazing. Also your facial muscles look really good too. Keep up all the hard work and keep impressing everyone at CTN!! Miracles!
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ReplyDeleteOh my gosh I love the Share The Road shirts!!!!!!! (Such a Moore thing to do.:P) LOVELOVELOVE all the progress!!!!
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I am incredibly impressed with your improvement, Scott! We will be in Arizona next week and hope to see you both!!!
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