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[tryingtolearn]

Hello everyone,

I have recently become involved with a man who was in a car accident (9 years ago) and broke his spine between the L1/L2 region. He was told that he would never walk again, but after 2 years of being in a wheelchair, guess what, he began to walk again!! Amazing man with an amazing heart and outlook on life. He is completely independent - although does suffer from some limitations.

I know that everyone's situation/issues will be different. I am here to read and get as much info as possible so I can be as supportive and understanding as possible. Thank you all for sharing and any advice would be truly appreciated!!

[Smileyblue]

Welcome to the forum! You've definitely come to the right place!
;-)

[Ginny]

Awesome story. I hope your friend continues to improve. No matter what our capabilities, every SCI sufferer on this site has some kind of limitation. The trick is to make a little of them as possible and as much of life as possible.

[dom]

tryingtolearn, on 12 July 2011 - 03:04 PM, said:

Hello everyone,

I have recently become involved with a man who was in a car accident (9 years ago) and broke his spine between the L1/L2 region. He was told that he would never walk again, but after 2 years of being in a wheelchair, guess what, he began to walk again!! Amazing man with an amazing heart and outlook on life. He is completely independent - although does suffer from some limitations.

I know that everyone's situation/issues will be different. I am here to read and get as much info as possible so I can be as supportive and understanding as possible. Thank you all for sharing and any advice would be truly appreciated!!

Great news i too have an L1 burst fracture lesion and can walk does he have other issues though

[tryingtolearn]

Thanks for the welcome!

Yes Dom, I know that he does have other issues but could not give you the details. Because we are just starting out, I have not asked a lot of questions (although I want to!! )

[goose]

Welcome to this forum. You've come to a great place to learn about sci. Your fellow is very blessed to be walking again. I find it great news when someone can walk again. Great to have you aboard.

[Soryfam]

Hi, and welcome. You're a great girlfriend to want to learn about his SCI and what other things it might have going on. I'll bet that you'll find lots of answers here.

Sandy

[tryingtolearn]

Again, thanks for the warm welcome!

I have learned a lot already. Of course Sandy, it is as much a part of his life, and possibly our life together, that I should learn- even just to be understanding and patient!!