Update #83

In OT, the therapist did more e-stim on Ryan's left arm in combination with other activities.

In speech, the therapist worked with Ryan on reading comprehension and memory. 

In PT, Ryan did some more walking with the quad cane. He is getting better at holding himself upright, positioning his steps. His main goals are to kick his left leg out better and to shift his weight better. But, he is getting there. The therapist set a goal for Ryan to do more walking on the unit. Until now, he has only walked with a physical therapist present. But, the therapist wants Ryan to do more walking on the unit with the nurse's assistance.

In KT, Ryan did more weight lifting including chest press, leg press, lat pull down and ab crunches. 

For RT, Ryan and other patients on the unit went out to eat dinner at O'Charley's. It was nice to get out and eat something other than hospital food. It also helped to break up the week. Ryan had a huge chili nacho cheese burger with fries. He ate almost all of it. It was impressive because that was a LOT of food.