Paralyzed patient walking after spinal fixation surgery

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Paralyzed patient walking after spinal fixation surgery

Young lady got paralyzed with weakness in both legs and also lost control over her urination as a result of fall. She sustained an unstable fracture of vertebrae (bony spine) and damage to her spinal cord.

Patient was operated with minimally invasive technique. With continued physiotherapy and family support, she has started walking again.

( Video shared with patient’s consent)

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