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Stroke Survivor in Suspension Walking System
Harnessed up to a suspension walking system, Steve felt freedom in walking for the first time in more than 7 months. As the unit was pushed along by two therapists with Steve in the middle, he had no fear of falling if his left leg buckled. This concern has kept him from shifting his weight to the weaker leg and has hindered his progress. He hasn’t been able to walk freely since he broke his ankle on Jan. 28, 2008, 3 weeks before the stroke. So seeing him walk like this was so encouraging of things to come.
Although he is in a walking harness, he is still doing all the walking. This will continue to re-build the muscle in the weaker leg and ankle, and help with the foot drop.
Steve is making great progress and I’m so proud of him. We so appreciate your prayers.