Fei Jiao
Sanmenxia City, China
Fei Jiao receives deep brain stimulation therapy to help manage symptoms of
Parkinson's disease
While still in elementary school, a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease completely
disrupted Fei Jiao's life path. According to Jiao, he is the youngest reported case
of Parkinson's disease in China, and he is the world's fourth-youngest
documented case.
Prior to his surgery Fei struggled to even walk. After receiving deep brain
stimulation therapy at 20, Jiao regained his mobility. Now, at the age of 23, he
uses his new-found mobility every day. He can not only walk, but runs at least
20 miles every week.
In addition, Fei gives back and helps others by volunteering his time to counsel
Parkinson's disease patients and affected families at the hospital where he was
treated.
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