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Musician Jesse Malin left paralyzed by rare spinal stroke.
health2 years ago

Musician Jesse Malin left paralyzed by rare spinal stroke.

Musician Jesse Malin, a prominent figure in the New York City rock and punk scenes, suffered a rare spinal stroke last month and has been paralyzed from the waist down since. Malin is currently under neurological care at Langone Orthopedic Center at NYU Hospital, according to the donation campaign created to help cover his ongoing medical expenses. Malin's rock and roll career began as a teenager in the 1980s with the hardcore punk group Heart Attack. He's likely best known for being the frontman of punk band D Generation, which formed in New York City in the early 1990s.

Jesse Malin Determined to Overcome Paralysis After Spinal Stroke
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Jesse Malin Determined to Overcome Paralysis After Spinal Stroke

Jesse Malin, a member of NYC’s punk band D Generation, has been left partially paralyzed after suffering a spinal stroke last month. The musician collapsed in an East Village restaurant on May 4 and is now unable to move from the waist down. Malin is currently recovering from several spinal procedures at a rehab facility in NYC and expects to be discharged later this month. He will be wheelchair-bound throughout his recovery process. Malin was forced to cancel his upcoming tours in the UK and US.

Rock Musician Jesse Malin Suffers Rare Spinal Stroke, Left Partially Paralyzed.
music2 years ago

Rock Musician Jesse Malin Suffers Rare Spinal Stroke, Left Partially Paralyzed.

Jesse Malin, former frontman for punk bands Heart Attack and D Generation, suffered a rare spinal stroke on May 4 that has left him paralyzed from the waist down. He is currently recovering in a rehabilitation center and focusing on physical therapy. Malin's friends and manager have launched a campaign via the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund to raise money for his health expenses. Malin had to cancel a tour planned for this coming summer and must also relocate from his walk-up apartment to an ADA-compliant one with an elevator.

Musician Jesse Malin Paralyzed from Spinal Stroke.
music2 years ago

Musician Jesse Malin Paralyzed from Spinal Stroke.

Musician Jesse Malin has revealed that he is currently paralyzed from the waist down after suffering a rare spinal stroke last month. Doctors are unsure of his ability to overcome the paralysis, but Malin is undergoing three rounds of physical therapy each day to learn how to move his body without the use of his legs and to do daily tasks. He will be discharged later this month and will be in a wheelchair while he continues to recover.

Jesse Malin Determined to Overcome Paralysis After Rare Spinal Stroke
health2 years ago

Jesse Malin Determined to Overcome Paralysis After Rare Spinal Stroke

Musician Jesse Malin has been left paralyzed from the waist down after sustaining a rare spinal stroke last month. Doctors are unsure of the cause or his chances for recovery. A donation campaign has been launched to help cover his medical expenses. Malin has cancelled his planned tour and is currently undergoing physical therapy to learn how to move his body without the use of his legs.

Jesse Malin's Determination to Overcome Paralysis After Spinal Stroke.
health2 years ago

Jesse Malin's Determination to Overcome Paralysis After Spinal Stroke.

Musician Jesse Malin, known for his high-energy performances, suffered a rare spinal-cord infarction in May, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. He is currently undergoing rehabilitation and physical therapy with the goal of regaining movement without the use of his legs. A new campaign has been launched via the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund to raise money for his long-term care and outpatient rehab. Despite the setback, Malin remains optimistic and determined to recover his body.