Client Spotlight: Roy’s Journey Back to Strength After Paralysis
How movement, trust, and personalized care made the impossible possible
Function Thru Fitness – Green Bay, WI
When Roy walked into Function Thru Fitness for the first time, he was wearing a full spinal brace—what he called a “turtle shell”—and using a walker to stay upright.
After a severe accident left him with a burst vertebra and partial paralysis in his right leg, doctors told Roy he may never regain functional movement again. But he wasn’t ready to accept that.
His physical therapist had only one recommendation:
“There’s only one person I’d trust with your recovery—Glen Gadwood at Function Thru Fitness.”
Where Roy Started
✔ Wearing a rigid brace from chest to hips
✔ Walking with a walker for balance and stability
✔ Struggling with muscle atrophy and imbalance after five weeks in a hospital bed
✔ Dealing with chronic pain and nerve spasms caused by muscle tightness and postural compensation
But what Roy wanted wasn’t just basic movement—he wanted to live again.
What Roy Can Do Today
Fast forward 13 years, and Roy now…
✔ Cuts trees, splits wood, and manages his 40-acre property
✔ Deer hunts, fishes, and plays with his grandkids outdoors
✔ Walks with two canes—not a walker or wheelchair
✔ Strengthens his body weekly through one-on-one training
✔ Lives independently—and stronger than he imagined
“I wanted to play with my grandkids. Now they train with me. My 10-year-old granddaughter even wants to become a personal trainer.”
What Made the Difference?
✅ Personalized 1-on-1 Training – Roy’s sessions are built around his unique needs, from mobility and strength to gait and balance
✅ Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) – Weekly NMT keeps spasms and tightness under control so he can keep moving without pain
✅ A Whole-Body Approach – From core training to upper body strength, Roy works on function—not just fitness
✅ Family-Friendly Care – When Roy and his wife needed to bring the grandkids, the team made it fun—and meaningful—for every age
“This place isn’t a typical gym. It’s kid-friendly, personalized, and equipped to handle anything—from a partially paralyzed 70-year-old to an energetic 8-year-old.”
Movement Is Medicine
Roy’s story is more than a transformation—it’s a reminder that real recovery starts with the right care, a clear goal, and the belief that you can still live fully.
Watch Roy’s full story here:
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