Report: Lamar Odom shocks doctors by walking on his own

Lamar Odom reportedly took a major step forward in his recovery recently when he was able to walk on his own.

TMZ reports that Odom’s motor skills have been improving as of late. Last Thursday, Odom took his first few steps without the help of a walker and was also able to put his own hood on his head. His brain function is said to be improving.

Sources close to Lamar tell us he hadn’t been able to move without a walker. We’re told Thursday Lamar ditched the walker and took three steps, shocking the docs.

Lamar has had limited range of motion in his hands, but during a recent visit from Khloe he was able to reach above his head to put his hood on … a BIG step.

And that’s not all … his brain function is slowly improving. He was able to recognize a hospital staff member, which is significant considering at one point he couldn’t even recognize family.

That is much better news than what we heard recently, as it was starting to sound like Odom had regressed. While he clearly has a long way to go, any sign of progress is welcome at this point.

There have been reports that doctors fear Odom suffered serious brain damage, and the updates we have heard sound consistent with that. When you hear the 911 call that witnesses placed after finding Odom unconscious, you get an idea of how serious his condition was and could continue to be.

Here’s hoping things continue to trend in the right direction for the former NBA star.