Ben did great in his first rounds of physical and occupational therapy at the rehab center today, impressing the staff with how hard he tried. And yes, he did break a sweat. But this was the sweat of deserved accomplishment, not the sweat of just a two and a half weeks ago when his comatose body ran a fever. Ben's recovery will be all about regaining control. Mind over matter indeed.
Others perks of today were getting to wear storebought workout clothes instead of the inspid hospital gown. Clothes make the man, they say. Ben also got to dine in a chair instead of bed, ravenously shoveling his plate of peas. He gives good marks to this facility's cooking. Well . . . at least better marks than St. Mark's.
Ben's ongoing dialysis is not because he has no kidney function; rather, doctors hope the procedure will take pressure off those organs and help them recuperate fully. Ben has already shown some measurable improvement, such as producing urine. (Won't he be thrilled to know we're all interested in that?!)
Every little step is a move forward. Thank you, everyone, for your continued concern.
Jenni
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