What does it take to recover from a spinal cord injury? In this episode, we sit down with Charlie Powell, a spinal cord injury survivor, to hear his powerful story of resilience, rehabilitation, and regaining independence.Charlie shares his journey from the initial injury to long-term recovery, highlighting the impact of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) in restoring function and quality of life. We explore the challenges he faced, the role of a multidisciplinary rehab team, and the importance of setting realistic goals during the healing process. Key Takeaways:✔️ The emotional and physical challenges of spinal cord injury recovery✔️ How PM&R specialists and rehab teams shape a patient’s journey✔️ The power of goal setting in rehabilitation✔️ Collaboration between rehab professionals✔️ How healthcare providers can advocate for spinal cord injury patients Listen now for a firsthand look at how rehabilitation medicine transforms lives. Website: www.aocpmr.orgInstagram: @aocpmrYoutube: AOCPMR