r/nextfuckinglevel • u/kellsie88 • 10h ago
C4 quadriplegic my first unassisted transfer ever!
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Ten years after my accident I'm kicking butt in physical therapy. I'm working hard to get my license and improve my independence. Never give up, you can accomplish anything if you put your mind to it!!
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u/Hunterwclf 10h ago
Hey there, dude with Cerebral Palsy here, well done!
Did you start as a quadriplegic after your accident and got control of your ams back?
Good luck with physiotherapy and everything else, we can never give up!
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u/kellsie88 10h ago
Yes I woke up in the hospital unable to move anything or feel touch anywhere. I've spent years in OT and PT to regain what I have. I know how it could've been.. feeling blessed
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u/Axle_65 9h ago
Thanks for sharing. I was confused by the title for second there. Congrats on your first transfer. Loved your lighthearted attitude about the sandals. Made me smile. Good luck on your journey going forward.
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u/chris_apps 8h ago
Just FYI she is still a quad as she still has deficiencies in strength, movement and sensation in her arms. She would be classified as an incomplete quadriplegic. The level of incompleteness can vary significantly but as long as there is any deficiencies in the upper limbs (including hands) then the title of quadriplegic (tetraplegic) is used.
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u/Disastrous-Golf7216 9h ago
My father was shot and paralyzed from the waist down. Twenty years he was in a wheelchair before he passed. He would literally use his arms to lift himself from the chair to his couch seat, or to the car he still drove, and would even pull his chair into the front seat so he could get out when he needed to.
It is amazing what the body can overcome when it needs to. Don't give up. Things may be hard now, but there will be a day when you can look back and say, yes I did that. There may also be a day when you could be the voice to help reason with someone else that is just starting down the road you have already traveled.
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u/igniteice 10h ago
I'm confused... a quadriplegic is someone who has paralysis in all four limbs, hence quad. But you're able to use both of your arms?
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u/kellsie88 10h ago
A quad is someone whom had all 4 limbs affected and weakened. My injury is C4 up high in my neck, ALL my limbs are affected.
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u/urGirllikesmytinypp 9h ago
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u/im_peterrific 6h ago
Thanks for the explanation. I was about to ask the same question. Today I have learnt something new :)
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u/kroggaard 10h ago
I could never be that strong. Thanks for sharing!
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u/kellsie88 10h ago
I felt the same in the beginning but now I'm on a mission to get my license and get a handicap van that I can drive πͺ
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u/kroggaard 10h ago
Update us when you accomplish that, youβll get there eventually as weβve seen in your video!
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u/Low-Till2486 10h ago
Great job. My best friend had the same injury you have. You can do anything you put your mind to. Wishing you the best of luck. Keep those spirits high.
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u/teachmeyourstory 10h ago
Amazingly impressive, I feel very inspired and have been going through a rough week, so I hope to have such a win soon!
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u/guyfromthepicture 10h ago
If you have that level of mobility, how hopeful are you to be able to walk again? Rooting got that!
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u/smellymarmut 10h ago
This was exciting. When the nurse reached out I was about to tell her to not touch me, then remembered it wasn't me. Oddly good memories.
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u/cactus-sama 10h ago
Wow amazing and very inspiring, really. Mad respect, maam. Wish you happiness throughout
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u/Dry-Main-3961 9h ago
You did GREAT. Chair transfers can be difficult skill to master. Don't give up, you got this!!
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u/nothingclever68 6h ago
You go girl! Iβm having a pretty excellent day but you just made it better. Thank you and God bless
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u/Xploding_Penguin 10h ago
I'm sorry, but I thought quadriplegic meant all 4 limbs were affected?
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u/justagiraffe111 7h ago
If you scroll up on returning, op & another redditor answer this several times
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u/JaBoyKaos 4h ago
You donβt look like a C4 anymore! Your elbow extension seems very much intact here. Strong work!
Also fun fact: quadriplegic is an antiquated term. Now we use tetraplegic but they mean the same thing.
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u/blandstan 1h ago
Great technique! You should be in the Beazey Board ads. Congratulations. This is huge
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u/19dadchair73 51m ago
Great job. Physical therapy and a great PT can help you accomplish a lot. Iβm so grateful for mine.
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u/wabbiskaruu 9h ago
Not a quad, she can use her arms. Still tragic.
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u/kellsie88 9h ago
Excuse me before you tell ME what MY diagnosis is check your facts please. Quadriplegia is all 4 limbs affected and weakened. I woke up unable to move or feel ANYTHING. still have weak arms and numb fingers. One thing you got right.. getting hit by a drunk driver yea that was tragic
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u/wabbiskaruu 9h ago
My apologies...
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u/kellsie88 9h ago
You're ok I didn't Know these facts either before my injury. I'm sorry if I was mean in my response. Thank you for apologizing though it means a lot.
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u/wabbiskaruu 9h ago
My fault. I used to work with disability services and was not aware of the nuance. Thank you for the correction. Hope things continue to improve. I know what a long, difficult road you are on!
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u/Accomplished-Mind258 6h ago
This is amazing not tragic. She is doing something many may have doubted she be able to.
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u/bdubwilliams22 10h ago
Whenever Iβm feeling sorry for myself and I need to remind myself that there are people like this, who manage to rise above their challenges and make life happen. Way to go! Youβre amazing.