March 8, 2010
Pearce continuing to improve
by PR Wire Report/
Snowboarder Kevin Pearce of Norwich, Vt., continues to improve and impress his Craig Hospital therapy team and his family, according to his web site (www.kevinpearce.com).
Pearce, a halfpipe rider, was training in an attempt to make the U.S. Olympic team. He was knocked unconscious when he hit his head during a training run on Dec. 31.
“We could not be more delighted and inspired by Kevin’s progress," said Alan H. Weintraub, MD, Pearce’s rehabilitation physician at Craig Hospital in Denver, Colo. "Kevin’s treatment team has completed our comprehensive neuro-rehabilitation evaluation, and Kevin is actively engaged in a TBI treatment program, specially tailored to his needs. Kevin is in many therapeutic activities, including occupational therapy, speech/language, physical therapy, counseling, and aquatics therapy. Due to his consistent hard work, his walking, short-term memory, and stamina are all improving. Kevin’s progress is very encouraging.”
