Client Spotlight: Evan Brandstatter

In August of 2024, 15 year-old Evan Brandstastter sustained a paralyzing spinal cord injury due to complications from a surgery.
In the video below, Occupational Therapist Elizabeth Parr and OT student Sally use a unique form of Trancutaneous Electrical Stimulation (TSS) to work on core strength, balance and functional recovery, then Physical Therapist Will Roark takes him into the Hydroworx pool to work on gait and jumping.

Unlike traditional electrical stimulation that places electrodes on and stimulates the muscles, TSS places electrodes directly on the spine, and on the abdomen to stimulate the central nervous system system.  With the stimulation turned on Evan reports increased control in his steps and movements, and carry over after the stimulation is off!

His Goal: Navigating the halls at school easier, and returning to the golf course.  LETS GO EVAN!!