Slowly but surely

Daniel is gaining strength on a daily basis. At the weekend after walking for 15 minutes on the treadmill he insisted on walking a significant distance in some woods on an afternoon out.Sometimes he seems as though he has lost all confidence and drive, and others he is strong and determined. He has begun walking at home with sticks, and he looks very tall and strong - almost as if you could take them away - but we won't.
Today Daniel gave us another surprise and walked 7 steps unaided in the hallway at home - this is also significant as it doesn't have carpet for a softer landing!

He did it!!!!!!!!

We have had the greatest day! Our fantastic son has just walked totally unaided 4 steps across the lounge!!!!! We are so proud of him, he has been so brave and tried so hard at all his physio and now we are finally seeing the results of the SDR. A huge thankyou (just doesn't seem enough) for all the support and donations that we have received - Daniel really wouldn't have walked today without the SDR operation. Daniel has also managed to stand for 5 seconds unaided in the shower today, we really are on a roll!We can't wait to see what other surprises Daniel has in store, it really feels a case of watch this space.....!!!

Keep going Daniel!

Daniel has continued to strengthen up over the past week, mainly due to his hard work and our nagging! The treadmill has been a real hit and Daniel tries hard to walk as fast as he can on it seeing it as a challenge to enjoy rather than give up. His physio has said just 10 minutes a day is enough for now so that he doesn't wear himself out but Daniel has insisted on doing 12 minutes and we are not going to argue! He will be starting swimming lessons next week which will help improve his strength overall. Daniel has noticed many changes to his body since the operation, feeling much "looser and bendier" was one description - and although it is taking time to regain his strength he looks a different person when he is in his frame walking down the road.