Mony is a 53-year-old soldier who is married with three sons and one daughter, and all of his children live at home. His wife stays home and takes care of the house and children. In his free time, he enjoys reading books, watching television, and helping his wife.
Eight months ago, Mony was in a motorcycle accident where he lost consciousness, fractured his right tibia, and injured his right shoulder and hand. After the accident, he was treated at a local hospital for the tibial fracture, but he is still unable to move his right arm. His hand is numb and he experiences pain when he attempts to move his arm.
Mony has been diagnosed with a brachial plexus injury on his right side. The brachial plexus is a nerve network that transmits signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm, and hand. Injuries to this nerve network can result in loss of function and sensation. The injury is affecting his quality of life, and he is unable to work or dress himself without help.
Mony traveled to visit our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), to receive treatment. On March 8th, he will undergo brachial plexus repair surgery. After recovery, he hopes to regain use of his arm so he can return to the military and take care of himself. Now, CSC is requesting $696 to fund his procedure and care.
Mony shared, “I hope after the surgery, my right hand can move and I can work again to help my family.”