After eight weeks at the University Hospital in Lausanne, a decision was taken Schumacher would be moved from the facility to his home to be with wife Corinna, son Mick and daughter Gina Marie.

Although positive, it should not be automatically assumed there has been a considerable shift with regard to his health.

Schumacher still requires considerable care and supervision in his bid to recover from the severe head injuries sustained in a skiing accident in the French resort of Meribel in late December.

Following the accident Schumacher then spent over five months in a medically-induced coma at a hospital in Grenoble as doctors fought to save his life.

The 45-year-old finally emerged from the coma in early June, and was ultimately well enough to leave Grenoble for Lausanne later that month.

The rehabilitation process of late has afforded him another step up in what remains a very long ladder to any semblance of normality, as confirmed by manager Sabine Kehm.

“Michael’s rehabilitation will continue from now on from home,” said Kehm.

“Considering the severe injuries he suffered, progress has been made in the past weeks and months, however, there is still a long and difficult road ahead.

“We would like to extend our gratitude to the entire team at CHUV Lausanne for their thorough and competent work.

“We ask the privacy of Michael’s family continue to be respected, and that speculation about his state of health is avoided.”

What is further understood is no rebuilding work has been undertaken on the Schumacher property to facilitate the move, which suggests not even a wheelchair ramp is required.