In this news story, Josh Basile, quadriplegic, talks about the difficult transition from able-bodied to disabled. Josh has made tremendous strides in his recovery, that his doctors did not think were possible. His amazingly positive attitude has inspired the people around him to have hope and reach for their dreams. He has created a foundation, http://www.determined2heal.org to help raise funds for spinal cord injury research.
The video above shows Josh using an FES Bike and an EasyStand Glider. Josh also has some useful Youtube videos explaining how he uses both the bike and Glider, as a quadriplegic.
What information, support, or actions do you think are important while recovering from a spinal cord injury, and transitioning to a new lifestyle?
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Great story, great attitude. I can’t believe how fast he can move those glide handles!
Matt Courson, EasyStand user with a SCI, lists Josh Basile as one of his heroes on his blog
http://www.mattcourson.org/
“Josh is an incredible hero who is a great advocate for Spinal Cord Injury awareness. He continues to live life to the fullest. He is an incredible advocate for spinal cord injury and continues to motivate others with the injury. While in Baltimore I was hoping to meet Josh, but didn’t due to both of us having a mixup in plans. I have talked to Josh on the phone a couple of times and he is a true inspiration.”
Visit Matt’s blog to see who else made the list.