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Title: A freak pickleball accident left him paralyzed. [Print this page]
Author: ElizaLamble    Time: 2024-5-30 20:37
Title: A freak pickleball accident left him paralyzed.
The moment the retired doctor’s head crashed into the net, snapped backwards and sent him flying through the air, he knew he had suffered a spinal cord injury.

It was the first time Dr. Bill Silvers, then 72, ever had played pickleball and just 10 minutes into his first game.

Spring was dawning on April 23, 2022, the last day of Passover — the Jewish holiday that celebrates freedom and survival. Silvers had spent the morning at his synagogue’s Saturday services and visited a friend who offered to teach him pickleball. They had just started playing on tennis courts at the friend’s condo south of Denver. Wires that hold up tennis nets are more taut than typical pickleball nets.

“I went for a shot at the net. I tripped. I had just had a left knee replacement. I hit the net with my head, hyperextended and fractured my C4,” said Silvers, a semi-retired allergist.

He felt no pain, but time seemed to stop as Silvers hovered for an eerily long moment in the air.

His life was about to change, and he knew it.
Author: AbbyChifley    Time: 2024-5-30 22:21
In the face of an unimaginable challenge, his courage and resilience shine brightly. His positive spirit and determination to overcome adversity are truly inspiring. His story is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the unwavering support of the community around him. Keep pushing forward; you are a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of perseverance.
Author: KatieWaddell    Time: 2024-5-31 00:43
Edited by KatieWaddell at 2024-5-31 23:21

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Author: AbbyChifley    Time: 2024-5-31 13:11
Edited by AbbyChifley at 2024-5-31 23:19

Dr. Bill Silvers’ story is a testament to human resilience. After a spinal cord injury during a pickleball game, his strength and determination are inspiring. For those facing similar challenges, support is crucial. If you or someone you know needs legal assistance related to spinal cord injuries, the paralysis and spinal cord injury lawyers at Kerman LLP can help (info https://www.kermanillp.com/practice-areas/paralysis-spinal-cord-injury-lawyers). Their expertise can provide the guidance needed during such difficult times. Keep pushing forward, Dr. Silvers! Your journey is a beacon of hope




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