Pastor Paralyzed in Bike Crash Walks Again in 10 Months
A pastor who doctors said had just a 4% chance of walking again is now playing pickleball less than a year after a devastating bicycle accident left him completely paralyzed.
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Baseball Prospect Regains Feeling After Scary Injury
Ryan Lasko, a top Oakland Athletics prospect, is recovering sensation in his legs and hands weeks after fracturing his neck in an outfield collision that left him temporarily paralyzed. The 24-year-old's progress is giving hope to fans and fellow players across baseball.
Paralyzed Footballer Wins Paralympic Bronze, Raises Family
When Beau Vernon broke his neck playing football at 23, he couldn't move from the chest down. Ten years later, he's a Paralympic medalist, husband, and father of three.
Former NFL All-Pro Shares Paralysis Recovery on Radio
Keith Mitchell, a former NFL All-Pro linebacker, is opening up about his inspiring journey of recovery after a devastating on-field injury left him paralyzed. He'll share his story on KMUD radio's Chi Talks program Thursday morning.
