March 31, 2011

So I was laying in bed a few days ago, visiting with Molly and Charlie, when the inside of my left palm began itching. So i went to scratch it and noticed that the sensation was different than what I've been feeling, which is basically a pins & needles feeling in my hands. So i asked Molly to come over with a ball point pen and poke and prod both hands so that I could compare them. I was excited to realize that normal tactile sensation had returned to my left thumb and forefinger and the surrounding palm area. The doctor was excited as well when I told him because that enervation comes from below the level of my injury. Bottom line = my spinal cord is slowly waking up and I look forward to more of it!

Also, I'm working with my physical therapist to get dialed in on a manual chair with power assist wheels as this is the type of chair that I hope to be using when I get out of here. The manual chair will be much more transportable than the 300lb power chair that I'm currently getting around in.

My friend Justin James visited yesterday with his guitar. We were treated to some excellent original music from his upcoming album. Thanks brother!

Love to all,
Berkey