1,459 days after Spinal Cord Injury, Chris taking first unassisted steps with a walker!

Almost 4 years to the date, Chris took his first unassisted steps with a walker in therapy. Chris was unaware that he was doing so as he has no sensation below his chest! He sustained a SCI on May 2, 2020 after being hit by a truck while riding his motorcycle. He has a C5 injury, with motor sparing, which means he has some function of his lower body, but no sensation. He says it feels like balancing himself on top of a bowl of jello. His braces have what is called a dorsiflexion assist, a spring-loaded hinge that lifts his foot so he doesn't catch his toes and trip. Prior to this, Chris has always had his PT or PTA holding onto his belt. He has worked so hard for this moment!
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[@lisamaczura3914]

How wonderful! So happy for you!

[@findinghopealongthejourney]

It was such a good day! So happy!!

[@leroysmith8203]

Holy shish… Every step, every movement a conscious effort.. Amazing.

[@findinghopealongthejourney]

Thank you! Chris works very hard in physical therapy.

[@genemyers834]

Wow! How cool is That!? New sub.

[@findinghopealongthejourney]

Thanks for watching!

[@Sissiebrumbaugh]

That is absolutely awesome. Drs will tell you what their minds think, you and your husband showed what y'all's think. Amen to y'all's determination

[@findinghopealongthejourney]

Thank you!

[@cissybug4]

Way to go Chris!!!! You came across my suggested watch today and I just binged watched… you are an amazing wife friend and person and Chris you are amazing for what you show is possible….don’t let anyone tell you what you can or can not do…. What got me sucked into watching was your personality and the way you explain things and well I just wanted to say how glad I am you popped up on my page.. the both of you are very strong people

[@findinghopealongthejourney]

Thank you so much!

[@beverly9885]

Congratulations! I am so impressed with your strength of of will and the hard work you have done to make this possible! I am on a similar journey, at 384 days after my injury. I am so inspired by you! Well done! I look forward to seeing your progress!

[@findinghopealongthejourney]

Thank you for sharing! Are you documenting your journey as well? We would love to cheer you on as you make your comeback!!