Beyond the Disability

Law school with Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)


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In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks to Lexi. Lexi was a regular college student who became ill in her senior year. The illness left her unable to move her arms or legs. She was diagnosed with Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM).  After a long time in rehab, she was able to gain some movement again. Lexi continued to Law school and shares her story of inspiration.

Conversation Highlights:

{01:00} Introduction of Lexi

{01:50} Getting a diagnosis of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) in college

{05:30} Dealing with a sudden change

{07:00} In Rehab

{08:00} What Lexi has learned from the experience

{13:15} Learning to walk again

{20:00} Going to Law School and practicing construction law

{25:00} The 3 Ps. Perl of wisdom, Product, Practice

 

Resources:

betterhealthandrehab.com

 

Billy Shoes https://billyfootwear.com/collections/all-shoes

 InMotion Lofstrand Crutches! https://www.millennialmedical.com/products/in-motion-pro-forearm-crutch

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Beyond the DisabilityBy Janice Brown

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