Gary is utilizing his “mobility devices” pretty well - see pictures. In and out of my car (by himself) no problem. First one leg, then Gary, then the other leg. Did not scratch my paint at all! But it’s still a clunky process that requires some good effort on his part being his legs just don’t cooperate at all. My job was easy. I just needed to fold up his wheel chair and toss it in the trunk along with his slider board. 
 

Things will be ramping up (no pun intended) a bit more over the next month in regards to Gary’s physical therapy, testing and medical evaluations. He is currently doing heart rehab three days a week that focuses on his heart health, which is still healthy since his stent was put in. He will also be heading back to the Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute a couple of days a week for some new Physical Therapy treatments. He will be doing Aqua Therapy, plus he will be strapped into a Robotic Therapy Suit (Exoskeleton) that is designed to stimulate and encourage muscle movement. Gary likes to swim, and he likes mechanical things so he should enjoy both!

On May 23rd he is scheduled for an angiogram on his back. Hopefully X-rays will provide more conclusive results than previous tests. If the angiogram is successful, and despite the results it should help doctors in deciding what the next course of action will be. Then, sometime in June, Gary will be heading to the Mayo Clinic for further evaluation and treatments.   

Gary’s overall health is good, his blood pressure is better, but he is still dealing with some swelling in his legs. Obviously, he can’t feel the swelling, but it simply makes lifting and maneuvering his legs more difficult. He has also learning not to fall on the floor!  It’s very difficult, if not impossible for him to get back up by himself. His goal will be to drive a car again! He would like to get his vehicle outfitted with hand controls, then he would need to go to driving school to learn how to use them. In his situation, there is no such thing as too much mobility. Wow, the things we do with our legs without realizing it. 

Gary and family appreciate everyone’s support. Although he grins and bears at times, his spirits are good, and he is still up for the challenges ahead of him.