Martin Sheedy has Arthrogryposis and heads the Project Scissor Gait Foundation that educates, promotes, and provides research opportunities about Scissor Gait, Prune Belly Syndrome & Arthrogryposis to help everyone live more meaningful and productive lives. The mission of the Scissor Gait Foundation is similar to the mission of United Cerebral Palsy, to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities. Marty is 21 years-old and from Dearborn, Michigan. He is an exceptional character and has an uplifting spirit that affects everyone around him.
Having two dislocated hips as part of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, Marty had difficulty walking normally growing up. His doctors insisted that he walk the "right way." However, by crossing his legs over each other and shifting his weight in this position he was able to keep his balance with less difficulty and therefore he was able to walk farther and longer. Today he continues to walk as he has when he was a child and doesn't let this fact stop him from living a life without limits.
Sheedy is also an active member of his community. He currently serves on the Dearborn Commission on Disability Concerns as Chairperson of the Communications Committee and is actively involved in the local Masonic and Shriners among many other organizations in his community. He also travels and gives motivational speeches regularly.
Well, enough of us speaking about Martin, why don't we let him talk about himself for a bit. He truly is an inspirational individual living a life without limits.
For more information, please visit the Scissor Gait Foundation Web site or contact Martin Sheedy at (313) 254-0941.
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