Wed. Sept. 5th

Today has been another busy day for the Heitzman family. Davis got his final release regarding his broken arm. Thank you Dr Payne and Dr Seiler and the great team at Georgia Hand, Shoulder & Elbow, they have taken great care of Davis and rendered much support for Christopher and the family during these past couple months.

Christopher spent most of his PT time today on the large table mats with Stephanie stretcthing his shoulders and neck, focusing on keeping his head up and in the midline, which he was able to do with some encouragement. He was also able to participate in pet therapy again. Rommel a beautiful 7 year old Rottweiler was visiting. The team brought Rommel up on the mat where he laid down beside Christopher and laid his head on his lap, an amazing site. This 130lb Rottweiler just as gentle as can be, it brings tears to your eyes seeing the interaction between the two of them. It is such a wonderful part of his therapy.


Well after about and hour and a half of therapy he was wiped, so we went back to the room for a little rest.
It has been a good afternoon, we have been watching  the Discovery Channel's, Dirty Jobs and American Guns. Some of his favorites. So between a few cat naps this afternoon he has welcomed several visitors, thanks everyone, it was great to see you.

Debbie and I met with Dr Dennison and Christopher has made some improvements, bumping up a couple points in the recovery scale.   His target date to go home is still the 19th of Sept. we are praying for continued improvements so he can continue here in the rehab phase at the Shepherd Center.

We have been pleased with his progress so far and continue to pray for his successful recovery.