Through an unfortunate mishap Captain Manish Singh, a 26 year old was left brutally injured on 25TH of September, 2012. Throughout his entire time in the Indian Army, he sacrificed everything fighting for our nation. Such was his relentless effort that he was even awarded the prestigious Shaurya Chakra Award by Pranab Mukherjee. His patriotism brought him face to face with danger as a bullet to his spine on the lower back region brought him left him with paralysis. Now the depth of his injury level became so bad that it left him paralytic showing a complete failure in his bowel and bladder functions. He had to undergo two major operations but even after that he experienced extreme pain in his lower extremities. It was a really sad sight to see a man of action lying down motionless unable to move or sit on his own accord. He was fortunate enough to have friends who cared for him and so it was one of his jawan army friends that made contact with NeuroGen Brain and Spine Institute. What transpired after that was a miracle.
Patient’s Life after treatment at NeuroGen
Manish went on a rigorous rehabilitation routine program after his successive stint with stem cell therapy. Slowly, he began to pick his pace and was highly encouraged by the senior therapists to work on his gait. Initially he was given walker and special aids so that he could improve on his truck balance. Slowly, rapid improvements and strength were noticed especially in his upper body. His gait and posture improved with time, he was able to do push-ups 50 sets twice and walk for an hour with the help of a walker. He was tended with care at NeuroGen until he could manage most of the things on his own. After his two successful stints, he was encouraged to go for a third stem cell therapy.
How did it impact the lives of the people around him?
His motivation and his sheer determination helped him to make a speedy recovery. His story will be awe inspiring for many other who are left disillusioned after a setback. His body had almost given up on him but it was his willpower that brought him back to life. He remained ever enthusiastic and is now training to represent the country in the Commonwealth Games and other such events. He is putting special focus in the shooting category. His story gives hope to all the patients that with the availability of stem cell therapy and neurorehabilitation, your recovery is guaranteed.
