Rehab with Carson: Week 1

As of last Friday, I officially completed one week in rehab. I have to say that it might be one of the hardest things I have done both mentally and physically. You would not believe how draining it can be to try and touch your thumb to your pinky 10 times in a row! 

Rehab can be both rewarding and discouraging. I sometimes feel like an infant trying to relearn very simple tasks. I practice rolling over, sitting up straight, passing a ball, moving from a wheelchair to another surface, and scooting along a mat. As difficult as it is physically, it is also  emotionally draining to try and remain positive about my progress.

Because I still have no core strength at all, I am working to manipulate the 75% of my body that is simply deadweight. I have to practice using lots of momentum and upper body strength.

I will be posting a video each week to summarize the progress that I have made in rehab. These videos can be difficult to watch sometimes, but I think they give a realistic perspective on my experience in rehab. Enjoy.

http://youtu.be/zbhojWH8jZY

P.S. I want to give a shout out to my occupational and physical therapists for the amazing work they do. 

Carson