Nev Shulman He is thanking the universe and his doctors after his bike collided with a truck last Monday, resulting in a broken neck.
this 39 years old catfish host He shared his near-death experience in an Instagram post on Sunday, explaining that the horrific accident happened one day after a lovely family outing.
“I went fishing with my family on Sunday. It was my son’s idea and it was incredible. It really worked those days,” Schulman wrote in the caption. “We found a boat that worked (thanks Ben Captain!) and caught all kinds of fish, most of which we threw back because they were so cute. It was such a magical day filled with love and wonder just being with the family. Only on calm days.
“Monday was not a day like that. Monday was the day I learned what ‘before the accident’ really meant. Monday made me realize even more how lucky I was to have Sunday,” he continued. “It’s true what they say – life can change in an instant.”
According to the TV personality and documentary maker, he’s on his way to Picking up his 2-year-old son Cyhe was out of school when he was hit by a truck. Among the many pictures released, one is a screenshot of a message from the school Schulman’s wife Laura Perongoasked when someone would pick up Cy since they were late.
“I’ve never managed to ride my bike to pick up my son from school. In fact, in some ways, I’m glad I didn’t. I was hit alone. Me and the truck. And then I guess the sidewalk. I was alone. , fell unconscious, then regained consciousness “Maybe I’m fine (I’m not). Maybe I can still do a long run on Thursday (I can’t). “
“I broke my neck. C5 and C6 to be exact. Stable fracture. I’m not paralyzed,” Schulman wrote. He explained that doctors were concerned about his ability to use his hands, but he has recovered and they Looking forward to a full recovery in time.
“It’s hard to feel sorry for myself when I learn from doctors how many people with similar injuries will never walk again,” he wrote. “I feel so lucky to be here, alive, standing and hugging my family “
Shulman ended her post with a message for those who may not be spending enough time with the important people in their lives.
“We had no plans to go fishing last Sunday and my instinct was to refuse to rush into planning a day trip,” he said. “But looking back a week later, I’m glad I said yes.”
Photos in slideshow post Includes several photos of Schulman in his hospital bed With neck brace. In one photo, he is seen lying in bed with his wife. Schulman and Perlongo—who Married in July 2017 —and daughter Cleo, 7, and son Beau, 5.
The post also included some X-rays showing the extent of Schulman’s neck injuries, as well as photos of the massive scars on his neck left by the emergency surgery.
The post also included clips of Schulman taking his first steps out of bed with the help of medical personnel, as well as footage showing the cracked helmet he was wearing at the time of the accident.
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