Sam Fitness shares his story of C5 tetraplegia

Sam broke his neck after falling from a tree when he was 17. But that hasn't stopped him doing what he loves.Sam's a go-getter with such a great attitude.
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[@sallywalton5375]

Sweet young man!!! Good luck to you!!❤

[@1GodsLoyal]

Your story your purpose is so very amazing if i could give you all i have i could only give you me Your an inspiration to me and i pray the lord will bless you with everything in life and everything in your purpose Sending you Love And Light God Bless You Debbie❤❤❤❤

[@hasnavlogstv1623]

You're strong man ❤❤

[@sunnydae8521]

I'm so sorry ....I hope you continue to find peace and happiness in your life💕

[@boofert.washington2499]

I had an incomplete c3-c6 fracture. I was in a coma for 3 weeks and spent another 2.5 months in the hospital. I know exactly what you're going thru. I'm a miracle more so than most with that injury tho. That's all I can say without risking the chance of depressing you. Keep your chin up brother! You got this!

[@fatimawaheed-wq9tr]

What is incomplete fracture?

[@davidleach2363]

hey there sam.you look good.just came across ya here on youtube.good to see you are as well as can be with your type of injury.I've mentioned you in any conversation about my time in Burwood.My name is Dave(and because I'm not a nurse I will give up my last name,cause you wouldn't stalk me aye.LOL)Leach.I was in the same room directly across from you.we both had turns crapping on the floor when the relief nurses didn't do toilet proceedure properly.there went our dignities again.Fun times.you may remember me by my advice on birth control.good to see you.take care.

[@jwilleseries7764]

Sam FItness is a ver fitting name

[@andreaparke4899]

How is he doing today?

[@enjoymusic8445]

BRAVO CAMPEON, PARA ADELANTE .

[@leamichelle3792]

Why are his whole arms wrapped?

[@brettladbrook7120]

Hi Lea. Sam had tendon surgery. This video was done post op

[@steveclaur3492]

cute