UCSf Day 7: additional

Realized I didn't explain the reason for the tennis shoes - other than the fashion statement. The staff at UCSF have been concerned that Peter has significant "foot drop". The heel cords shorten/tighten from extended immobility. This makes it more difficult when physical therapy starts. They put him in foot braces as soon as he arrived but as he weakens it is obvious he doesnt like them and he tries to kick them off. High tops tennis shoes help to keep his foot in a more natural position.