On November 18th, 2011, Kurt suffered a serious spinal injury while bodysurfing. The events that followed were nothing short of miraculous. We were traveling as a part of a large group for a friend's wedding. In that group were doctors, nurses, EMTs and helicopter pilots, all of whom proved invaluable for Kurt.
Kurt received spinal surgery late Friday night and has been recovering well ever since.
Now back in the states he will continue to work in rehab to regain movement on his right side and strength on his left.
This blog will follow the rest of Kurt's journey through rehab and beyond. Thank you to everyone who continues to keep Kurt in your thoughts and prayers. We will do our best to update this blog as often as possible.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

hi all,

thanks to you and all of our friends who have reached out during this unfortunate time. Kurt's accident occurred on Friday at midday. the events that followed were nothing short of miraculous. we were traveling as part of a large group for a friend's wedding. in that group were doctors, nurses and EMTs, all of whom proved invaluable for Kurt.

Kurt had neck surgery on Friday night, and has been recovering well ever since. he is regaining movement on his right side, and strength on his left. yesterday, he sat for the first time, and today he walked with assistance! the doctors are impressed and optimistic. we might return to the States as early as Saturday. Kurt is overwhelmed by the support from friends in el Salvador and the US. please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. I'll send updates as often as possible.

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