Lee Reeves continues his recovery following a serious injury sustained in August
LIMERICK boxer Lee Reeves has made further progress in his recovery, according to an update shared by ex-boxer Jonathan O’Brien.
In a social media update shared on Monday, November 9, O’Brien described the latest developments as a “big, big improvement” in the boxer’s condition.
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O’Brien added that the latest information from Reeves’ father had been encouraging, with the family pleased with his progress.
“He is looking around the place, following people with his eyes, moving left hand, right hand, squeezing hands with both hands like a total good squeeze, able to move his legs a bit,” he said.
O’Brien added that these were small but encouraging developments in Reeves recovery.
“Just little bits guys, but this is a bit of positivity,” he said.
Those close to Reeves have also been encouraging him to speak, a development O’Brien described as particularly positive given his recent condition.
“People are trying to get him to talk. That’s amazing from where he was a week and a half ago, after fighting that infection,” he said.
The latest news follows an update from November 5, when O’Brien revealed that Reeves had recovered from an infection which had left him unwell for several days.
At the time, he also confirmed that the boxer was breathing independently and that doctors planned to increase the intensity of his physiotherapy.
O’Brien credited the latest progress to the continued support and prayers of people following Reeves recovery, while encouraging the public to keep supporting the boxer and his family.
However, he stressed that significant challenges remain.
“He’s not out of the woods yet. He still has a long, long road to go, but we have to keep fighting for him,” O’Brien said.
Reeves has been in hospital since suffering a serious injury during a fight at Dublin’s 3Arena on August 1. After spending more than two months receiving treatment in Dublin, he was transferred to UHL in October, allowing him to continue his recovery closer to home.
The Roxboro native, who has been a familiar figure in Limerick boxing, has received widespread support from the local community since his injury.
His recovery has been followed closely by friends, family and supporters, with fundraising efforts continuing to help provide for the lengthy rehabilitation process ahead.