Detroit Lions’ Jack Campbell offers update: ‘I have full movement in my lower body’ - Pride Of Detroit
Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell has provided a positive health update following a serious injury sustained during a game against the Minnesota Vikings. Campbell confirmed he has regained full movement in his lower body and is continuing to progress with his upper body recovery.
Why it matters
The update provides relief to fans and the sports community following a frightening on-field medical emergency that required immediate hospitalization.
Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell offered an update on Wednesday on his progress via an official statement from the team. Campbell has been hospitalized since taking a hit in Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings that caused him to be carted away on a stretcher.
In the announcement, Campbell said that he has “full movement in my lower body,” while he is still “continuing to make progress with movement in my upper body.” Campbell expressed optimism and said he will take everything one day at a time.
Here’s the full statement from Campbell:
> My family and I want to sincerely thank everyone for the overwhelming amount of love, prayers, and support we’ve received over the past few days. It means more to us than words can express.
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