Chiari walk set

By submitted, 03/21/17 9:59 AM

HOPE – Chiari Malformation is a serious neurological disorder where the bottom part of the brain, the cerebellum, descends out of the skull and crowds the spinal cord, putting pressure on both the brain and spine causing many symptoms. It can strike children and adults causing crippling headaches, neck pain, balance problems, trouble breathing, numbness in the limbs, and a host of other problems. To date there has been very little research on Chiari And fundamental questions regarding its underlying cause, diagnosis, and treatment remain unanswered. Chiari affects more than 300,000 people in the US and myself, Brittany Carr as well as my Mom Lorraine Grigsby fall within that population.

Conquer Chiari Walk Across America is an annual fundraiser and awareness event comprised of a series of local walks held on the same day. I have decided to bring this to Hope on September 16th and UAHT-Hope. I am in need of volunteers, sponsors, and walkers. Please help to spread the word. Registration will be at 9 a.m. with the walk to start at 10.

Register for the walk at www.conquerchiari.org.The walk is free, but a $25 donation would be appreciated