Chhanna is a 29-year-old restaurant employee but recently hasn’t been able to work because of an injury. His wife works a rice farmer and they have a daughter who is three years old and a son who is six months old.
In May 2021, Chhanna got into a car accident where he fractured his clavicle causing paralysis of his right shoulder. After the accident, he underwent an open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) procedure at a local hospital to treat the fracture. However, he is still unable to move his right arm and he 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. He is unable to lift his shoulder and he cannot work.
Fortunately, our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), is helping Chhanna receive treatment. On October 18th, he will undergo a brachial plexus repair surgery at CSC’s care center. After recovery, he will be able to use his right arm again. Now, he needs help raising $696 to fund his procedure and care.
Chhanna shared, “I hope I can move my arm easily again so I can get back to work and support my family.”