Stand Up Sunday- Launch of DSF Gear

Stand Up Sunday... No Days Off!

It's Sunday, and I continue to work with my stimulator so that others can one day have access to the same medical technology. NO Days Off! - Dustin

Today we are 10 weeks into the new year, and Dustin posting his commitment to show there is no such thing as a day off! What will you take a stand for today?

We have officially launched DSF Wear. DSF is our new clothing line and it's made by my friends at Riven/ Fresco. You can get shirts, tanks and hats and a part of the proceeds go towards those affected by spinal cord injuries. Dustin is super excited to launch this new line and support such a great cause. Riven interviewed Dustin  a few months back, listen now!

Take a look at the new clothing line and order your DSF Gear Now!

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

Who's your Superman??

We all have heroes in our lives; the ones we look up to, and who keep us motivated and pushing forward. For me, I have a lot of people that I look up to and who won't let me give up, no matter how rough it gets!! One person in particular is Christopher Reeve, this is a guy that I've never met before, but I have had the privilege to work with his foundation. The amazing things the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation is doing and have done has given me more drive, belief in myself and  for the future of people in wheelchairs! I have had a great opportunity to be a part of research program for spinal cord injuries and at first the only goal in my mind was to get up out of this wheelchair and walk again. As I've been a part of the research project, I have seen great progress and have realized that my goals not only to walk again, but it's more important to me, that we all do this together. 

 

Christopher Reeve said "I dream of a world with empty wheelchairs."

I'm going to keep pushing forward and doing everything I can to inspire others and help get us closer to the dream that Christopher Reeve had. Who are the heroes in your life? It's important to let them know how they make you feel and keep pushing forward. Remember: gratitude is an attitude. I am thankful for the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation and everyone who works there; they are doing great things and bettering people's lives!
-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