"They're fine, thanks," he replied, looking down at the braces that allowed him to walk. The motor was a bit rubbish, and really noisy when it wanted to be, but he'd gotten used to it now. He might ask Sarah or Izzy to give it a tune-up if he remembered, though.
"I'm guessing I'll see you at the meeting, then? Is there anything you need or want in the meantime?" he asked.