Essex Chronicle published George is feeling fitter after operation to ease his cerebral…

RIDING a bike for the first time George Balding is thriving after an operation to ease his cerebral palsy.

The eight-year-old was diagnosed with the condition at just 15 weeks old, after he was born prematurely at St John's Hospital, weighing just three pounds and two ounces.

FIGHTING FIT: Vikki and Jamie Balding with son George

The Chronicle has followed his story since September last year when his parent's announced plans to raise 45,000 to send him to America for treatment.

He returned earlier this year and is relatively fit. He is no longer in pain and can sit, stand flat-footed and ride a bike.

His mother Vikki Balding said: "George's progress has been consistent and amazing.

"George still has problems with his right hip which is 50 per cent uncovered and will need to be corrected in February next year.

"We are so grateful to everyone for all they did to help with the fundraising they all helped to change George's life forever.

"He is getting stronger every day and although we are not fundraising anymore, we are really busy keeping up with George's daily exercises."

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