I was involved in a hit-and-run while on my bike in late 2018, resulting in left leg tibia/fibula/femur breaks. Multiple surgeries at St. Johns. When it came down to outpatient rehab, I chose Chapman as it is part of St. Johns, and is close to home.
Initially I worked out with 50% weight bearing in the rehab pool. This is a large indoor heated pool at ~4' deep most of the length. Located on the ground floor, the reception desk would give me a key to use in the expansive locker room. The locker room connected to several showers and bathrooms. It has a 'spin-dry' for wet clothing. The loaned key would open one of the locker doors.
During this time I worked with Will, and mainly focused on walking and balancing while in the water (~70% weight reduction while in the pool).
Eventually I transitioned to the rest of the rehab center (located on the 4th floor). There I worked mainly with Chrisi, and we worked on strength/balance/weights. The rehab facility has a ton of different machines & equipment. I did not feel as if it was lacking in any way.
Both Will & Christi were fantastic - easy to work and interact with, while pushing myself physically a bit every visit.
In short order, I pushed through (most of) my limitations and am back in the 'real world.' It will not be too much longer before you see me running or biking again.
