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August 10, 2007, According to the FIA record book Patrick Rummerfield is still the world land speed record holder for the electric car 245.5 mph for a Class III electric car (over 1000 Kg) in [[White Lightning car|White Lightning]] set on October 22, 1999.
August 10, 2007, According to the FIA record book Patrick Rummerfield is still the world land speed record holder for the electric car 245.5 mph for a Class III electric car (over 1000 Kg) in [[White Lightning car|White Lightning]] set on October 22, 1999{{Fact|date=April 2008}}.


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Patrick was paralyzed Sep 20, 1974 at the age 21 in a high-speed (135 MPH) car accident and given less than 72 hours to live. Through shear determination and the desire to accomplish his childhood dream of racing, he moved his big toe. After seventeen years of intensive rehabilitation he walks today with over 85% of his spinal chord destroyed at C-4{{Fact|date=April 2008}}.
Iron Will!

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Patrick was paralyzed Sep 20, 1974 at the age 21 in a high-speed (135 MPH) car accident and given less than 72 hours to live. Through shear determination and the desire to accomplish his childhood dream of racing, he moved his big toe. After seventeen years of intensive rehabilitation he walks today with over 85% of his spinal chord destroyed at C-4.
Seventeen years of exhaustive rehabilitation resulted in many world firsts, including the first SCI Quadriplegic to swim/bike/run/participate and completed a half IronMan triathlon, the first SCI Quadriplegic to set a USA National Land Speed Record (239 MPH), and the first physically challenged athlete to participate and finish a stage in an Adventure Race - one of the most grueling athletic pursuits on Earth{{Fact|date=April 2008}}.
Seventeen years of exhaustive rehabilitation resulted in many world firsts!

1) April 1991 Patrick was the first Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Quadriplegic to run/participate and complete in a 5K run, Big Horn, WY.

2) May 1991 Patrick was the first SCI Quadriplegic to run/participate and complete in a sprint triathlon as a fundraiser for SCI research and Thunder Child Treatment Center. Buffalo, WY

3) July 1991 In Coeur D’ Alene, Idaho Patrick became the first SCI Quadriplegic to swim/bike/run/participate and completed an Olympic distant triathlon. This triathlon raise awareness and funds for SCI research.

4) Aug. 1992 In Spokane, WA Patrick became the first SCI Quadriplegic to swim/bike/run/participate and completed a half IronMan triathlon to raise awareness and funds for SCI research.

5) October 1992 Patrick was featured on NBC for being the first SCI Quadriplegic to run/participate and complete one of the world’s most grueling physical events, the world renowned Hawaiian IronMan Triathlon, again as a fundraiser for SCI research.

6) Sept. 1994 Patrick became the first physically challenged athlete to receive three Presidential Sports Awards by achieve goal standards set up for Able Body persons.

7) Feb. 1995 Patrick became the first physically challenged person to participate in a racing/driving school (Toyota Fast Lane).

8) Feb1997 Patrick became the first physically challenged athlete with 81 able body athletics from around the world to run in the Antarctic Marathon. This endeavor was to raise funds and awareness for Washington University School of Medicine SCI program another first for an SCI Quadriplegic.

9) Aug 1997 Patrick became the first SCI Quadriplegic to qualify and receive an FIA driver’s license.

10) June 1998 Patrick was the first SCI Quadriplegic to test in a NASCAR at the Texas Speedway to raise awareness and funds for SCI research.

11) Aug. 1999 Patrick became the first SCI Quadriplegic to set a USA National Land Speed Record (239 MPH)

12) Aug. 1999 Patrick became the first SCI Quadriplegic to be inducted into the Bonneville 200 MPH club.

13) October 1999 Patrick raised funds and awareness for SCI research by becoming the first SCI Quadriplegic to set a new FIA World Land Speed Record of 245.5 MPH that he still holds today in an electric car to raise awareness and funds for SCI research.

14) Oct. 1999 Patrick became the first human to drive an electric car over 250 MPH and set a USA National Land Speed Record (251 MPH)

15) March 2000 Patrick was the first physically challenged/ SCI Quadriplegic athlete to participate and finish the LA Marathon without the use of mechanical aids. This was to raise awareness and funds for SCI research.

16) Oct 2000 Patrick was the first physically challenged/ SCI Quadriplegic athlete to receive the InterSport/ESPN armature athlete of the year award.

17) Oct. 2000 Patrick was the first physically challenged/ SCI Quadriplegic athlete to participate in an SCCA road racing event held at Gateway Speedway.

18) Dec 2003 Las Vegas, Patrick was the first SCI Quadriplegic to test in an Infinity Pro formula car with the Sam Schmidt Racing team to raise awareness and funds for SCI research.

19) June 2004 Patrick was the first SCI Quadriplegic to drive in a NASCAR event with the LaddCo race team at the Irwindale half-mile speedway.

20) Aug. 2005 Patrick set another Land Speed Record in a 1927 Modified Roadster at the famous Bonneville Salt Flats increasing more awareness for the plight of SCI.

21) Aug. 2005 Patrick was the first physically challenged/ SCI Quadriplegic to drive another Quadriplegic in a NASCAR Cup car around Dover Raceway.

22) May 2006 Against all odds Patrick becomes the first physically challenged athlete to participate and finish a stage in an Adventure Race the most grueling athletic pursuits on Earth. His latest 155 mile foot race exploits took place in China’s Gobi Desert as a participant in Racing the Planet’s Gobi March and his diary of the experience reveals an indomitable spirit. As always this was a fundraiser for SCI research and increasing more awareness for the plight of SCI.
As an integral part of the new International Center for Spinal Cord Injury at Kennedy Krieger Institute Patrick’s constant patient motivation and education has been beneficial in many an SCI individuals outcomes both nationally and Internationally.
As an integral part of the new International Center for Spinal Cord Injury at Kennedy Krieger Institute Rummerfield’s constant patient motivation and education has been beneficial in many an SCI individuals outcomes both nationally and Internationally{{Fact|date=April 2008}}.

Patrick is far from finished, his latest dream that has turned into reality is the creation of Adventures on Wheels, a charity designed to bring children with paralysis experiences that will elevate and motivate them for life. (from NASCAR rides to swimming with dolphins, etc).

Seventeen years of recovery gives a man time to dream greater dreams, Patrick capture, organize and hold these dreams in his yet to do goals book. Each dream became a goal, which has either been achieved or awaits achievement. When given birth, Patrick's dreams have inspired and encouraged individuals stricken with paralysis around the world. His achievements contains the seeds that may create gardens of hope in the world populated by paralyzed children and adults.
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Patrick was on the team at Washington University credited with helping Christopher Reeves regain function. His picture is in Time Magazine working with Chris in the pool. He is featured on the Discovery Channel and Ripley's Believe It or Not, among other media. He is passionate about helping others and building awareness of the need for paralysis research.

In 2001 he played a crucial role on the team that renovated and modernize the new wave of Functional Electrical Stimulation bikes that has played a vital function in improving health and function of those with SCI.


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Patrick was on the team at Washington University credited with helping Christopher Reeves regain function. He has been featured on the Discovery Channel and Ripley's Believe It or Not, among other media{{Fact|date=April 2008}}.
In 2005 he invented the patent pending prototype robotic active based exercise gloves for Quadriplegic.


For many with SCI Patrick has become a beacon of light in a sea of darkness that exemplifies the world of SCI patients. Rummerfield is often called "the world's only fully recovered quadriplegic". While his recovery has been remarkable, this title is a bit misleading as Rummerfield still suffers from loss of sensation in his lower legs, impaired bowel and bladder function, reduced strength in his hands, and difficulty regulating body temperature. <ref>[[http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/22/AR2008012202544.html Medical Miracle]]</ref>
Rummerfield is often called "the world's only fully recovered quadriplegic". While his recovery has been remarkable, this title is a bit misleading as Rummerfield still suffers from loss of sensation in his lower legs, impaired bowel and bladder function, reduced strength in his hands, and difficulty regulating body temperature. <ref>[[http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/22/AR2008012202544.html Medical Miracle]]</ref>


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 03:05, 27 April 2008

August 10, 2007, According to the FIA record book Patrick Rummerfield is still the world land speed record holder for the electric car 245.5 mph for a Class III electric car (over 1000 Kg) in White Lightning set on October 22, 1999[citation needed].

Patrick was paralyzed Sep 20, 1974 at the age 21 in a high-speed (135 MPH) car accident and given less than 72 hours to live. Through shear determination and the desire to accomplish his childhood dream of racing, he moved his big toe. After seventeen years of intensive rehabilitation he walks today with over 85% of his spinal chord destroyed at C-4[citation needed].

Seventeen years of exhaustive rehabilitation resulted in many world firsts, including the first SCI Quadriplegic to swim/bike/run/participate and completed a half IronMan triathlon, the first SCI Quadriplegic to set a USA National Land Speed Record (239 MPH), and the first physically challenged athlete to participate and finish a stage in an Adventure Race - one of the most grueling athletic pursuits on Earth[citation needed].

As an integral part of the new International Center for Spinal Cord Injury at Kennedy Krieger Institute Rummerfield’s constant patient motivation and education has been beneficial in many an SCI individuals outcomes both nationally and Internationally[citation needed].

Patrick was on the team at Washington University credited with helping Christopher Reeves regain function. He has been featured on the Discovery Channel and Ripley's Believe It or Not, among other media[citation needed].

Rummerfield is often called "the world's only fully recovered quadriplegic". While his recovery has been remarkable, this title is a bit misleading as Rummerfield still suffers from loss of sensation in his lower legs, impaired bowel and bladder function, reduced strength in his hands, and difficulty regulating body temperature. [1]

References

  1. ^ [Medical Miracle]
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