17/12/2024
Carolyn's Journey: From Fear to Confidence with the U-Step Walker
In March, Carolyn fell while in her home alone and broke her ankle. After leaving the hospital, Carolyn spent 2 months at a rehab facility, but she did not make much progress. “When I left rehab, I still could not stand up, put any weight on my feet, or even sit up unsupported." Because she was unable to move back home, Carolyn started working with Fox Rehabilitation's PT, Ashton Pyle, after moving to a senior living community. In therapy, Carolyn trialed many different pieces of adaptive equipment, including a standard walker and rollator walker. However, these walkers did not offer her the support she needed, and she was very fearful of falling. As someone living with MS, she became discouraged and didn't think she would ever walk again. Ashton introduced the U-Step walker with Carolyn. At first, she was very hesitant. But, after 4 months of hard and consistent work with the U-Step, she became more confident with her walking and started incorporating using the U-step with daily activities. After seeing her progress, Carolyn decided to purchase her own U-step. “I’m definitely getting better – therapy has been a good thing for me. My therapists have been working on helping me to stand up, walk, get out of bed, and complete self-cares more independently. The furthest I’ve walked is 190 feet! I’m proud of my progress.” - Corinne Holland from Fox Rehabilitation
