Khaberni - After more than ten years of battling paralysis, the influential Lebanese Jessica Tuwai regained her ability to stand, and walk for the first time since a tragic accident that struck her at the age of sixteen.
Jessica Tuwai spent an entire decade in a wheelchair, during which she embarked on a long therapeutic journey filled with obstacles, but she never lost hope. Thanks to modern medical technology and intensive treatment, she finally achieved the dream she had long awaited.
First steps... and a moment of victory
Jessica Tuwai, 26 years old, posted a video on her "Instagram" account, showing her taking her first steps, with the help of an advanced medical device, as part of her participation in a medical trial using it.
Initially, Jessica Tuwai appeared nervous, but soon her fear turned to tears of joy and a smile of victory. In her comment on the video, she shared that she had undergone precise medical examinations to measure the density of each bone in her body to ensure it met the requirements of the experiment.
She added that the doctors during the tests felt her bones did not carry sufficient density to support standing, but after doing the calculations, she achieved the required ratio, allowing her to wear a robotic suit which helped her stand. She expressed her hope of acquiring it permanently after the scientific trials end.
How did Jessica Tuwai become paralyzed?
Jessica Tuwai, the influential Lebanese living in the United States, was involved in an attempted kidnapping 10 years ago, during which the kidnappers' car had a horrific accident. She survived the accident with severe injuries that changed the course of her life.
Jessica Tuwai transformed her experience into a source of inspiration. After turning to content creation, she shared her experience with thousands of her followers on social media platforms.
The story of the young Lebanese woman has become a message of hope for everyone facing hardships, as Jessica Tuwai serves as a real example that patience and persistence can bring life back to those who believe in them.