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6-year-old overcomes cancer, spinal cord injury with grit and determination
KSL • • health
Key Points:
- Matias was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a rare childhood cancer, as an infant, which led to a spinal cord injury causing paralysis from the waist down.
- After surgery and chemotherapy, Matias began physical therapy immediately once medically cleared, focusing on regaining movement and strength.
- The family found specialized rehabilitation at Kennedy Krieger Institute, where Matias has been working on balance, coordination, and body control with the support of a dedicated therapy team.
- Matias' determination is bolstered by having an identical twin who is able-bodied, inspiring him to keep pushing through challenges with a positive attitude.
- His family views Matias' journey as a powerful story of resilience and grit, emphasizing ongoing rehabilitation and hope for greater independence and mobility.
