Woman Paralyzed After Mistaking Spinal Stroke for Backache as a Teen
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By Angel Saunders
Published on April 23, 2026.
Lucy Dunford, a young woman from the UK, mistakenly mistook her back pain for a spinal stroke as a teenager. The spinal stroke left her paralyzed from the neck down and left her unable to perform everyday tasks. She underwent intensive physiotherapy and intense physical therapy to manage her spasms. Her family is supporting her recovery through a GoFundMe established by her sister, Abbie Dunford. Despite being paralyzed, Lucy still has some mobility in her arms. The GoFundme for Lucy's recovery has raised approximately £2,937 ($3,966.35) of its goal.
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