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Meet Ardie C., rehabilitating after a spinal hemorrhage affected his ability to walk - Artie, age 14, was born with a congenital disorder known as arteriovenous malformation of the spinal cord in which abnormal arteries and veins tangle around the spinal cord, sometimes inhibiting oxygen from reaching the spinal cord tissue.
Meet Leigh Ann M., dealing with major life changes after SCI - Before her spinal cord injury, Leigh Ann was very active and spontaneous. She took salsa lessons, roller bladed 50 miles a week, and loved jet skiing and wake boarding. She traveled several times a year, and enjoyed socializing with friends.
Meet Gary A., overcoming obstacles to an active life with MS - Ten years ago, Gary A. was a successful realtor with a large network of contacts. Life was uneventful until his boss noticed that Gary was slurring his words. Unaware of the problem, Gary assured him that alcohol was not a factor, and went for a checkup.
Meet David S., coping with SCI - Four years ago, Dave S., known as Piano Dave on campus, was heading back to college after playing at a local synagogue. Stopped at a red light, his car was rear ended by a drunk driver.
Meet Trevor DH., devoting his career to helping others with SCI - Trevor A. Dyson-Hudson, M.D. is a Clinical Research Scientist with the Kessler Foundation Research Center. In 1992, while he was a third-year medical student, Dr. Dyson-Hudson sustained a spinal cord injury (SCI; C6/C7 tetraplegia, complete).
Meet Donna L., gaining independence after SCI - Before her spinal cord injury, Donna’s life was pretty typical. She was married, had a 4-year old son, and worked full time as a corporate reference librarian.
Meet Jane G., leading a full & productive life after SCI - Before her stroke, Jane commuted from suburban New Jersey to her office in Manhattan where she worked as a project manager in the computer industry.
Meet Ian B., finding a future with SCI - After a spinal cord injury left him unable to walk, Ian had to rethink how to live his life and achieve his goals. He was injured while serving as a pilot and combat rescue officer in the Air Force.