“My main goal was to do more things with my sons. I’m now able to be more active with my family!”

“Being able to return to life is the best feeling in the world!”

"It's only possible because of a foundation like this that's looking independently from the companies and saying here's where the need is. When that happens, we as industry listen and that's where we can step in and start to innovate these technologies."

"I didn't know that spinal care is the #1 that effects the most people in this country, but now that I know that, we need to fix this. That's what this independent research foundation is all about, is proving what works."

'For a 64 year old “kid,” I’m doing much better than I would have believed possible after incurring fractured pelvis and vertebrae. I’m able to walk long distances with no trouble, have no need to have a handicapped parking placard anymore, and I’m grateful for return of my strength and stamina. But it took work and “good” sweat with physical therapy experts."

"Excellent site! Very useful, especially for patients."

"Given the extent of information available, I was able to become appreciably informed about my condition and options."

"At six months out, I was back to weight training, running, and riding. I plan to run another series of Tough Mudder and OCR races this summer with my son and daughter."

"I'm now doing what I love and I'm pain free"

"Anyone can take a weakness and transform into a strength. I hope this award inspires young individuals to use their passions to make a difference in their community."