HELP PATIENTS IN ASIA
Chandrika
I met Chandrika, 30 years old, during my 'therapeutic' holiday in Kerala, South-West India, in 2005. She has been partially paralyzed as from her hip for a few years. Though she does have quite a few muscles she can control below her injury, she is still bound to a wheelchair.
I was so happy to meet her, and so was she, among all those 'walking' people. Together with Priyankari, the person taking care of Chandrika on daily basis, we try to help her and boost her progress. I was there again in April 2006 , brought Chandrika the 4-wheel-walker which was generously donated by my neighbour and we exercised together. That walker is definitely a plus in Chandrika's rehabilitation program. But there is so much more to be done !
I met Chandrika, 30 years old, during my 'therapeutic' holiday in Kerala, South-West India, in 2005. She has been partially paralyzed as from her hip for a few years. Though she does have quite a few muscles she can control below her injury, she is still bound to a wheelchair.I was so happy to meet her, and so was she, among all those 'walking' people. Together with Priyankari, the person taking care of Chandrika on daily basis, we try to help her and boost her progress. I was there again in April 2006 , brought Chandrika the 4-wheel-walker which was generously donated by my neighbour and we exercised together. That walker is definitely a plus in Chandrika's rehabilitation program. But there is so much more to be done !
Later-on, if we can get/build up the necessary equipment and professional support on the spot, we might start some locomotor training [see example here]. There is a possibility to build a local a cheap version, which could look like Bruce 's own home-made suspended treadmill or like Pat's. This was not possible during my latest visit, but I do hope to implement it next time.
So far Chandrika is more than happy of what has been a very little help and a bit of attention.
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It is only one person in this big world... I 'd obviously like to do more and help more patients ! It might be done step by step, in a very simple and light manner, without any administrative structure.
Do you wish to help ? You can help by providing some rehabilitation equipment you do not use anymore, or some logistic advise to get that equipment overthere at no cost. For feedback please mail me at corinne4cure@gmail.com !