July 30, 2021
Hy is a 38-year-old fisherman from Cambodia. He has been married for 9 years and has 2 young sons. His wife worked in a factory but now stays at home to look after Hy.
One year ago, Hy was in a motor vehicle accident that left him with fractures that caused paralysis of his left arm. He was brought to a government hospital for treatment, but his arm still did not recover sensation or feeling after weeks of treatment.
Hy has been diagnosed with a brachial plexus injury on his left 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. He is unable to lift his arm, is in chronic pain, and can’t work
Fortunately, Hy traveled to our medical partner’s care center to receive treatment. On July 30th, he will undergo a brachial plexus repair surgery so that he will be able to use his arm again. Our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), is requesting $696 to fund this procedure.
He hopes that he can use his arm as soon as possible and can return to work to support his family.
Hy is a 38-year-old fisherman from Cambodia. He has been married for 9 years and has 2 young sons. His wife worked in a factory but now stay...
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August 26, 2021
Hy underwent nerve and tendon procedures to regain arm mobility.
On July 30th, Hy traveled to our medical partner Children’s Surgical Center (CSC) with his wife to have complex surgery to repair the injured nerves in his shoulder and arm. He will remain at the hospital until surgeons are sure he has no complications and will work with the physiotherapy team to slowly increase strength and flexibility as his nerves regenerate. Although it may take many months for a complete recovery, Hy is optimistic that his arm function will return, and his pain will be less. He hopes to soon return to work and have a more full, active life again.
Hy’s wife said, “Thank you to the CSC staff for trying your best to help my husband. His life will be better and he will be able to return to work to take care of our family.”
On July 30th, Hy traveled to our medical partner Children's Surgical Center (CSC) with his wife to have complex surgery to repair the injure...
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