A gunshot injury fractured my timeline, replacing a carefree, mechanical life with paralysis and rigid daily routines. Yet amid chronic pain, this reality brought deep purpose: raising twin sons with my wife and discovering true self-actualization. On both ends of the spectrum, I truly can’t believe this is my life.
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Spinal Cord Injury By the Numbers
September is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, highlighting the impact of spinal cord injuries (SCI) on individuals and society. With around 302,000 cases in the U.S. and 15-20 million globally, injuries stem from various causes. Advances in care improve outcomes, underscoring the need for ongoing research and advocacy in this critical health area.