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John Callahan was an American cartoonist, famous for his rough-styled sketches and cynical commentary. He suffered a spinal cord injury and became paralyzed (paraplegic) after being in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, he was also drunk.

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Spinal cord injuries are much more serious than a simple bruise. Often times, there is a sudden force on the spine which causes dislocation or bruising of the vertebrae. When this happens, there is severe nerve damage which can result in further complications like immobility.

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Paralysis is common in this situation as the signals are unable to be sent or received with the nerve damage

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The spinal cord is separated into segments which are then numbered. The nerves control a specific part of leg movement, therefore the higher the injury on the spinal cord, the more damage and extent to paralysis.

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One of the most prominent challenges with a SCI is the lack of mobility. Depending on the injury, a person could be completely paralyzed, leaving them reliant on those around them.

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Respiratory issues arise when there is damage higher up on the spine.

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With quadriplegia, there is intense breathing issues, sometimes even resulting in a breathing machine.

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There can also be intense pain in the spinal cord area due to the damage. This sensation can be debilitating, even to someone who is already paralyzed.

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Callahan pokes fun at his disability in his book, something he was famous for doing.

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Callahan paralyzed, in a wheel chair for independent mobility.

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https://themighty.com/2017/12/joaquin-phoenix-as-disabled-cartoonist-john-callahan-is-offensive/
http://www.callahanonline.com/index.php
https://www.webmd.com/brain/tc/living-with-a-spinal-cord-injury-what-happens
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/spinal-cord-injury/symptoms-causes/syc-20377890

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Many SCI patients have reported a lack of control over bladder and bowls which makes everyday life difficult and forces them to rely on someone else as well as take the necessary precautions for an unfortunate situation.

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John Callahan's Drawing