Have there been improvements in Lyena’s physical condition?
Yes. Since her release from the hospital, Lyena has experienced several changes in her lower body. Most excitingly, Lyena has become able to crawl a short distance by herself. Without the help of trainers, Lyena can bring herself onto her hands and knees and, while maintaining this position, bring each knee forward, one at a time. She can’t feel her body moving or sense when her knee is on the ground, so she has to watch her legs as she goes. But she can, with effort, cover 10 – 12 ft. on a good day. She has also achieved much greater balance in her torso and a small range of movement between her waist and pelvis. She has become able to kneel with only minimal assistance and enjoys a greater range of mobility while seated in her wheelchair.
