Today marks eight weeks since Mark's accident. At that time, his life was in jeopardy and the prognosis, if he lived, was grim. We are happy to report that today he reached a big milestone.
The physical therapists, with the consent of the doctors, put Mark on a tilt table and had him "stand" at a 45 degree angle. This is the first step in introducing his legs to weight again. He did beautifully. He was a little anxious at first, but then managed to stay in this position for almost 15 minutes which was a major accomplishment. He was even able to stay up in his wheelchair for an additional 45 minutes before asking to go back to his room -- quickly! He did take advantage of the opportunity for a long nap and then lunch. Everyone on the medical team was very pleased.
He was also officially accepted to the Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center and will be transported next week. There the therapy will be extremely intensive and we are sure he will step up to the challenges. When we said we were jumping into the new year with both feet, we didn't expect this, but we are extremely pleased.
Thursday, January 3, 2008
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Mark and Family,
I read the blog from today and I'm more than happy to see of the tremendous improvements especially today. Just the fact that he was able to stand is an accomplishment in of itself. I have to say though that I'm not completly shocked at the progress that he has made. Mark has always been a fighter. I know that with the challenges that are yet to come for him, he will tackle them as he always has. Good luck to you Mark and to your family. I hope that you all have a gret New Year since it is starting out so well. Hopefully Amy and I will be able to come and see you while we are in BNCOC in January. Keep in touch.
Brino
HAPPY NEW YEAR, indeed!!! Thank you so much for the continued daily updates. You do such a good job keeping everyone up to date, and I look forward each day to hearing of Mark's progress, and hope that you are holding up as well. Even miracles are tiring!! The prayers continue with full strength!
Mary Ann and Family
Ann & Rich
I am gald to hear that Mark is doing so well and going to Polytrauma Rehab Center. My family lives in Tampa and is aware of Mark's accident.
Should you need anything while in Tampa, feel free to call my brother Tom at 813-839-5407 (home).
All of you are in our prayers.
Tim Reed Sr.
Ann Rich and Mark,
Your family is blessed, Mark keep fighting. Thank you for your updates it brings us great joy to see how well things are going. He has come a very long way since I saw him a couple days after it happened. God is good
Drew & Sandy
Mark, Ann & Rich,
Happy New Year to the Lalli family. God continues to give you strength and we are praising Him for doing that. We continue to ask God for Mark's healing. Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
We love you, Bill & Kathy Gill
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