Jagger Eaton gives 5-year-old Fritz Krieger, who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy, an unforgettable ride.
When Andrew Palmer was in sixth grade, he broke his leg and never walked again. 'He doesn't heal like other kids do,' Andrew's mother, Katherine Palmer tells TODAY.com. Andrew, a 14-year-old rising freshman, lives with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a progressive neuromuscular condition that causes muscle weakness, breathing difficulties and heart problems. The average lifespan for Duchenne muscular dystrophy is around 22 years, according to Katherine.
Then he begins to cry into his hands. Andrew has his freedom back. For years, he's been unable to get around the house without a parent picking him up and moving him. “What do you think?” Katherine asks from behind the camera. Andrew is so emotional it’s hard for him to speak. “I love you so much, Mom,” he says, as tears stream down his face. “I can do stuff by myself now.' The piece of equipment was a donation from ICAN of Arkansas, an assistive technology program.
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