Before my surgery, I was in constant pain both physical and mental. I could no longer be a normal 13 year old. I had breathing problems, heart burn and was constantly falling and tripping from being off balance and had to deal with the continuous humiliation of people asking what’s wrong with my back and how it looks weird. I would like to let everyone know that even 3 years later I’m doing great! I’m now 17 and in the 11th grade. I’m a cheerleader, softball player and dancer at my school.
Amy Hickman
