Home / Health / Husband's Fall Leaves Wife Paralyzed From Shoulders Down
Husband's Fall Leaves Wife Paralyzed From Shoulders Down
4 Jun
Summary
- Woman paralyzed after husband accidentally fell on her.
- Diagnosis of functional neurological and movement disorders.
- Couple raising funds for home adaptation and care.
In May 2025, a devastating accident occurred when Simon Stuart, 45, accidentally fell while carrying his wife, Kelly Stuart, 44, down the stairs. Simon landed on top of Kelly, who had previously managed chronic pain and seizures. Immediately following the fall, Kelly experienced a severe seizure. Although initially reassured her condition was stable, she later suffered intense headaches and weakness.
By August 15, 2025, Kelly blacked out and woke up paralyzed from the shoulders down. Hospitalized for eight and a half months, she was diagnosed with functional neurological disorder and functional movement disorder, attributed to the fall. These conditions impair the brain's ability to send and receive signals properly, leaving Kelly without feeling in her arms, torso, or legs.
Despite her profound paralysis and need for 24-hour care, Kelly harbors no resentment towards her husband. She understands Simon was emotionally and physically drained from caring for his mother during her final weeks. Simon blames himself, but Kelly emphasizes their love and the unpredictable nature of the accident. The couple is now transitioning to a modified home, with fundraising efforts underway for physiotherapy, muscle stimulators, and an accessible vehicle.
