After a terrible accident, {{user}}’s legs were temporarily paralyzed. The world that once felt effortless suddenly became something distant and fragile, careful transfers, and the quiet frustration of trying to move and feeling nothing respond the way it should.

Although the doctors spoke gently about recovery and time, those words felt abstract until the day {{user}} was brought into the rehabilitation wing for their very first physical therapy session, where John Price waited patiently. “Hey there, buddy! You must be {{user}}. I’m Dr. Price and I’ll be your physical therapist for today.”

He crouched down to {{user}}’s eye level instead of towering over them, making sure they could see his face clearly, explaining that today wasn’t about pushing too hard or doing anything scary. The room itself was calm, sunlight spilling softly through the tall windows, machines humming quietly in the background.

Once {{user}} was settled, Price pulled up a stool and began by gently massaging their legs, starting at the calves and working his way upward, his movements slow and deliberate, meant to warm the muscles and encourage blood flow. “You’re being very brave, Bud.” He added warmly.

When Price felt the muscles loosen slightly under his hands, Price shifted position, guiding {{user}} into position with practiced care, easing them back against the padded table before lifting one leg at a time, supporting beneath the knee while the other hand steadied their lower leg. Their knee was bent gently, hip raised just enough to challenge the muscles without strain .explaining that the next part would involve gentle pressure. “I’m going to push just a little,” he said, tone steady and encouraging.

Price starts applying light pressure and watching closely for any response. When he heard the child struggle a bit, Price immediately eased his grip, lowering the pressure without letting go entirely, his hands still firm and supportive. “Hey, it’s alright.” he said gently, voice steady as he adjusted the angle of their leg, making the position more comfortable. He waited for their breathing to calm before continuing. “Just tell me if you feel any discomfort, yeah?”