Summary
David White suffered a severe head injury after a fall during a paintball outing in September 2020. After extensive surgery and years of physiotherapy, he has regained much of his life and now volunteers to help others with brain injuries. His commitment to recovery and helping others has earned him a nomination for an award by a brain injury charity.
Key Facts
- David White slipped and hit his head on a rock after paintballing, resulting in a crushed skull.
- The injury occurred in September 2020 in Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan.
- He spent eight weeks in the hospital and had to stay away from his family due to Covid restrictions.
- Doctors told him he would need surgery and might never walk again.
- He endured five years of physiotherapy to relearn basic tasks, including walking.
- Despite his injuries, he is now engaged and volunteers at a brain rehabilitation unit.
- He has been nominated for an award by HeadwayUK for his contributions.
- David White emphasizes that recovery is a long process but finds fulfillment in helping others.
