One of the most emotional stories of this hockey season was that ofCraig Cunningham, who collapsed on the ice before an AHL game late last year. <\/p>\n
Cunningham, who spent time in the NHL with the Bruins and Coyotes, went into cardiac arrest just prior toa Tucson Roadrunnersgame in November. His hearted stopped beating for two days before doctors were able to save his life through a complicated procedure that involved a ventricular assist device and an oxygenator that served as an artificial lung. <\/p>\n
That procedure affectedhis circulation, resultinginCunningham losingpart of his left leg, ending his playingcareer. <\/p>\n
Despite the amputation, many people close to Cunningham have relayed that the 26-year-oldhasremained in good spirits and is just thankful to be alive. On Wednesday, it was also revealed that hes making outstanding progress in his rehabilitation. <\/p>\n
TSN reporter Ray Ferraro shared thisvideo of Cunningham walking on his prosthetic leg with the help of a walker. <\/p>\n
It obviously cant be easy for a pro athlete to have their lifetime passion and livelihood taken from them in such swift fashion, especially the wayit was taken from Cunningham. But its pretty inspiring to and uplifting to see how he seems to be making the most of the tough hand that was dealt to him. <\/p>\n
Heres hopingCunningham will make his way back to full healthand find a way backinto the hockey world. <\/p>\n
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