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Fitness Saved Her Life: Fall Survivor's Story
6 Aug
Summary
- A woman survived a two-story fall with critical injuries.
- Her exceptional fitness was credited by doctors for her survival.
- She now manages ataxia and a traumatic brain injury.
Raina, a mother of two, experienced a life-altering fall in April 2025, plummeting two storeys from a holiday apartment. The incident resulted in a brain bleed, punctured lung, and multiple fractures, leaving her in a coma for three weeks and hospitalized for two months in France.
Doctors attributed Raina's survival to her exceptionally active lifestyle, which included daily runs and business management. Despite her recovery, she was diagnosed with ataxia and a traumatic brain injury, impacting her balance and coordination.
Raina is still adjusting to her new reality over a year later, finding strength in sharing her story. She has written a children's book for her kids and raised over £4,000 for The Brain Charity through a walking challenge.
