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Hockey Heals: Colorado Man's Second Chance on Ice
19 May
Summary
- A Colorado group uses hockey to aid recovery from severe events.
- Jonny Landis survived a 42-foot fall in 2019, enduring over 160 skull fractures.
- Landis recently graduated from CU and aims to sell life-saving medical devices.
A unique Colorado-based initiative, Dawg Nation Hockey's Hockey Heals, is providing a novel avenue for individuals to recuperate from life-altering incidents through the sport of hockey. Participants find camaraderie and joy on the ice, sharing their experiences and overcoming challenges together.
One inspiring figure is Jonny Landis, who is now actively skating with the group. In 2019, Landis suffered catastrophic injuries from a 42-foot fall, sustaining over 160 skull fractures. After months in a coma and extensive rehabilitation, he defied dire medical prognoses.
Remarkably, Landis recently achieved a significant milestone, walking across the stage at the University of Colorado to receive his diploma seven years after his near-fatal accident. He is currently interning with Dawg Nation Hockey, aspiring to one day contribute to the medical device industry, particularly shunts, which played a role in his survival.
