The first weeks in Stoke are proving to be very challenging and intensive. We happened to face different challenges and obstacles daily.
The main objective is to get as much physio as possible and learn the best techniques to progress with Aaron's movement.
Aaron started strong although he is battling pain and exhaustion. In the early stages, it took physiotherapists two days to relax his muscles and stretch his ligaments to get them working again after 6 months of the arms not moving. you can see how much pain Aaron is in to do the crucifix stretch in the slings.
He is standing up in the frame for 40 min most days to build and strengthen his core and improve blood circulation.
He is making progress daily and is getting stronger. His drive and determination are paying off. But its not going as fast as Aaron wants... we are working on his patience part as well :)
Aaron's schedule is getting busier weekly. In addition to his allocated physio and OT therapies, we are adding our sessions daily to optimize time in Stoke. To rebuild his muscles which he has lost in the last 6 months and strenght. In the next coming weeks he will have hydrotherapy. He is also waiting for acupuncture sessions to be booked in to reduce pain and, pins and kneedles in his shoulders.
Aaron has rest time over the weekends, doing some stretches and hanging out with friends in Horatio's Garden where we get freshly baked cakes and a lot of coffee!
Tune for this update...
Wow! What amazing progress! Not as obvious to you and Aaron Dom, but for me Aaron looks more like his old self every day.
What a grueling workout schedule but you're not afraid of hard graft Aaron so the results will come.
Get writing that book you two! xxx
Hey Aaron, I have been following your recovery, it looks like a long and hard journey, but knowing you, i know you can and will achieve your goals. Keep up the hard work mate, Danielle ❤️
Keep going you stubborn bugger! Me and Ed are treating drinks when you’re back on your feet! Love to you, Dominika and the boys xx
So very very proud of you Aaron as per usual true grit and determination stay strong and positive lovely to see you having some chill out time in the coffee house and garden with friends Rob hasn't changed much Sending you lots of love as always Mum xxx
Good on you, you stubborn old git! 😉 Looks like you're working seriously hard. Keep at it ❤️