Well Known Cyclist Suffered TBI, Raises Awareness
Saul Raisin was a rising star in the cycling world before a bicycling accident halted his climb during a Tour De France competition. He suffered a traumatic brain injury in which his parents were told the outcome was dim. The road to recovery has been long and difficult, but Saul never gave up. “Looking back 2 1/2 years ago I was in a hospital bed, I couldn't move the left side of my body,” expressed Raisin. “I always believed everything happens for a reason and that purpose would come to life.” The purpose he has found is in helping others in similar circumstances. Saul started a foundation that he hopes to use as a tool to connect families with each other and to let them know they are not alone. He hopes to raise money for research and public awareness about traumatic brain injury. Raisin has wr itten a book detailing his journey on the road to recovery, “I was able to give a copy of my book Tour De Life to every one of the injured troops with traumatic brain injuries at Walter Reed.” Cycling is still Saul’s passion and his continued recovery is an uphill climb.
