Valentine's Day- A Lovely Day to Stand Up

Stand Up Sunday... No Days Off!

 Is Valentine's Day a BIG DEAL for you? "For Me... Standing up is."

After being told he would never again stand up, walk, or dance again, Dustin has proved the doctors wrong. It's because of an experimental study through the University of  Kentucky  in Louisville that it is possible. As part of Dustin's commitment to advancing his own progress so he can walk and dance again, and because of his commitment to the advancement of the study, Dustin works out regularly and makes sure he uses his stimulator daily. It's a BIG DEAL to be able to stand again.

In addition to his regular work outs and working with the stimulator, today Dustin will be participating in the Cupid Run, a 5K run-walk to benefit people with disabilities.  What a way to show others his love this Valentine's Day.

Dustin would love to dance one day; and Taylor Swift is at the top of his list of who he would like to have his first dance with. Dustin has a goal of sharing his story with as many people as possible, and dreams of being a guest on The Ellen Show. Dustin has been featured on the Ask Dr. Nandi Show, CNN, People, Today Show, KLC, CBS,NBC, BBC, WallStreet Journal, Sweetwater Now, and many local TV and News stations. What can you do to help Dustin reach his goals? Who do you know that he can connect with? Wheel You Be My Valentine and share my message?

I shared this blog just over a year ago about being set up on a blind date. Dating is a whole different story when you are in a wheelchair. I hope you enjoy it.- Happy Valentine's Day!

Today we are 7 weeks into the new year, and Dustin posting his commitment to show there is no such thing as a day off!

Every Sunday I'm going to post a picture or video of me standing up. It's because of cutting edge spinal cord research and technology, I can do this. Currently, I only one of 4 people in the world implanted with this spinal cord stimulator. I work with my stimulator everyday, not only to improve myself and quality of life, but more importantly, to provide the best information I can for the research. By doing this, it will become a treatment that everyone (paralysis patients) can get!  Together we all can work towards our dream, to walk again! The pictures of me standing on Sunday are to show that I work everyday with the stimulator 7 days a week no days off!  -Dustin

Check out my video and learn more about what The Dustin Shillcox Foundation is all about. It's about improving the moment.

I can Turn Myself on... Watch the  video to see how the stimulator implanted inside of me works.

 Dustin Shillcox’s life drastically changed when he was in a car accident August 2010 and sustained major spinal cord damage, a broken upper arm, collapsed lungs, broken ribs, cracked sternum & mild brain injury. Dustin’s complete T-5 spinal cord injury (SCI) left him with no feeling below his mid-chest, causing paralysis from the chest down.

Now paralyzed, and living his life in a wheel chair, Dustin was told he would never again be able to move below his waist again, but after participating in a cutting edge SCI research project, at the University of Kentucky in Louisville, he is now able to move his legs and stand once again. Dustin is living his life to the fullest, sharing his story, journey of overcoming obstacles, and faith while raising funds for spinal cord research. Through his motivational speaking and the Dustin Shillcox Foundation, he is helping to improve the lives of people in wheelchairs.

Dustin delivers an inspiring message about never giving up, and the power of a positive attitude in his speech "What Are You Gonna Do Now?" Inquire about Dustin's availability to speak at your next business meeting, conference, charity event, school, church or graduation event. If you are looking to inspire your crowd to overcome personal challenges, and motivate into action, Dustin needs to be your next call! 307.870.6764

written by Nickel Lowman

Fueling up!!!

A cold perspective...

Today I was driving, and like everyone else, it was time for me to stop and fill up with gas. It doesn't bother me to fill up, it just takes me a little longer than most (being in a wheelchair and all). 

Filling your car up with gas is something that most people take for granted, because of how easy it is (for most people with working feet & legs). I'm not complaining at all, it's awesome that I still have the ability to do it; even when its a little bit more difficult (and cold).

It was 10 degrees outside today and the wind was blowing when it was time to fill up. We have to (or get to) take whatever challenges we are faced with, and do whatever it takes to make things possible!

Who ever considers if a gas station is wheelchair accessible. One more reason to keep the faith, and  and be grateful for my progress with the epidural stimulator after my spinal cord injury.

-Dustin

Dustin Shillcox’s life drastically changed when he was in a car accident August 2010 and sustained major spinal cord damage, a broken upper arm, collapsed lungs, broken ribs, cracked sternum & mild brain injury. Dustin’s complete T-5 spinal cord injury (SCI) left him with no feeling below his mid-chest, causing paralysis from the chest down.

Now paralyzed, and living his life in a wheel chair, Dustin was told he would never again be able to move below his waist again, but after participating in a cutting edge SCI research project, at the University of Kentucky in Louisville, he is now able to move his legs and stand once again. Dustin is living his life to the fullest, sharing his story, journey of overcoming obstacles, and faith while raising funds for spinal cord research. Through his motivational speaking and the Dustin Shillcox Foundation, he is helping to improve the lives of people in wheelchairs.

Dustin delivers an inspiring message about never giving up, and the power of a positive attitude in his speech "What Are You Gonna Do Now?" Inquire about Dustin's availability to speak at your next business meeting, conference, charity event, school, church or graduation event. If you are looking to inspire your crowd to overcome personal challenges, and motivate into action, Dustin needs to be your next call! 307.870.6764

written by Nickel Lowman