Success Story - Charlie

In His Words...

"When I first arrived at Reading Hospital Rehabilitation, I wasn't able to feel or move anything from the chest down. I was asked from the staff what my goal is, and I told them I wanted to walk out of here to go home. Between Molly (physical therapy), Ashlin (occupational therapy), myself, and the whole staff, I worked hard to achieve my goal. I was able to do what I said and walked out of here." -Charlie Kauffman

The Full Story

Charlie is a 60-year-old male with a previous history of cervical surgery who had an outdoor fall, resulting in Central Cord Syndrome of C4 and C5. He was admitted to Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing in January 2022 for an intensive inpatient rehabilitation program.

Upon admission, Charlie was dependent for bed mobility, standing, wheelchair mobility, feeding, bathing, and dressing. It took three therapists to assist Charlie to take his first steps. He progressed to a modified independent level for ambulation with a platform walker, as well as minimal assistance to complete up to 12 steps. He showed significant improvement in hand function and was able to complete most activities of daily living independently.

Due to his motivation, consistent positive attitude, and intensive inpatient therapy program, he was discharged home and will continue outpatient therapy services at Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing.