Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, spends her time looking through the window of her home in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 27, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It's a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I've had to take on responsibilities before my time, I've had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo's 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, looks on as her daughter Raquel covers her with a blanket in their home in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 27, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It's a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I've had to take on responsibilities before my time, I've had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo's 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, gets help from her daughter Raquel to move her wheel-chair closer to the window of their home in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 27, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It’s a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I’ve had to take on responsibilities before my time, I’ve had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed " says Redondo’s 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, uses her non-dominant hand as her dominant hand is impaired, during a therapy session with neuropsychologist Johanna Moreno at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It’s a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I’ve had to take on responsibilities before my time, I’ve had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo’s 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Neurological physiotherapist Guissela Rodriguez Palomino helps Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, touch a ball with her impaired foot during treatment at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It's a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I've had to take on responsibilities before my time, I've had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo's 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, uses her non-dominant hand as her dominant hand is impaired, during a therapy session with neuropsychologist Johanna Moreno at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022.Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It's a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I've had to take on responsibilities before my time, I've had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo's 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, reacts in pain as neurological physiotherapist Guissela Rodriguez Palomino treats her at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It’s a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I’ve had to take on responsibilities before my time, I’ve had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo’s 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, reacts in pain as neurological physiotherapist Guissela Rodriguez Palomino treats her at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It's a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I've had to take on responsibilities before my time, I've had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo's 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, laughs with occupational therapist Jesus Berdial during a session at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It’s a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I’ve had to take on responsibilities before my time, I’ve had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed " says Redondo’s 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, and neuropsychologist Johanna Moreno laugh as they carry out a therapy session at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "ItÕs a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, IÕve had to take on responsibilities before my time, IÕve had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says RedondoÕs 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, and neuropsychologist Johanna Moreno embrace as Redondo gets ready to go home after her round of daily therapy sessions at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "Pilar is incredibly resilient and she always has the best attitude. That's very important for her recovery process" says Moreno. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, walks with a cane and the help of neurological physiotherapist Guissela Rodriguez Palomino during treatment at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It's a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I've had to take on responsibilities before my time, I've had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo's 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, leaves with her husband after her daily round of therapy at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It's a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I've had to take on responsibilities before my time, I've had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo's 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, reacts during treatment at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It’s a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I’ve had to take on responsibilities before my time, I’ve had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed " says Redondo’s 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, walks with a cane and the help of neurological physiotherapist Guissela Rodriguez Palomino during treatment at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It's a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I've had to take on responsibilities before my time, I've had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo's 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

Pilar Redondo Arribas, 55, rides an elevator in her wheelchair on her way to one of her therapy sessions of the day at Casaverde Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Center in Navalcarnero, Spain, October 20, 2022. Redondo suffered a stroke last year which caused her to spend two weeks at a hospital intensive care unit. The stroke caused paralysis and spasticity in the right side of her body as well as aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate verbally. She does daily rehabilitation sessions to help improve her quality of life. "It's a difficult situation for the whole family. As a daughter, I've had to take on responsibilities before my time, I've had to mature. But when I see how hard she works and how she manages to stand on her feet during therapy, it gives me hope. My mother is very strong-willed" says Redondo's 17-year-old daughter Raquel. According to World Stroke Organisation, 1 out of 4 people over 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about the high rates, the risk factors, and the signs of stroke to better prevent and support survivors. REUTERS/Susana Vera 

A member of a research team who, as they say, have developed an implant of genetically engineered cells into the injured spinal cord of paralysed mice that has helped them walk again works at a laboratory at Tel Aviv University, Israel February 6, 2022. Picture taken February 6, 2022. REUTERS/Amir Cohen 

Petri dishes used by a research team who, as they say, have developed an implant of genetically engineered cells into the injured spinal cord of paralysed mice that has helped them walk again, are seen at a laboratory at Tel Aviv University, Israel February 6, 2022. Picture taken February 6, 2022. REUTERS/Amir Cohen 

A member of a research team who, as they say, have developed an implant of genetically engineered cells into the injured spinal cord of paralysed mice, that has helped them walk again, works at a laboratory at Tel Aviv University, Israel February 6, 2022. Picture taken February 6, 2022. REUTERS/Amir Cohen 

Tal Dvir leading a research team who, as they say, have developed an implant of genetically engineered cells into the injured spinal cord of paralysed mice, that has helped them walk again, looks through a microscope at Tel Aviv University, Israel February 6, 2022. Picture taken February 6, 2022. REUTERS/Amir Cohen 

Members of a research team who as they say, have developed an implant of genetically engineered cells into the injured spinal cord of paralysed mice, that has helped them walk again, are seen at a laboratory at Tel Aviv University, Israel February 6, 2022. Picture taken February 6, 2022. REUTERS/Amir Cohen 

Tal Dvir leading a research team who, as they say, have developed an implant of genetically engineered cells into the injured spinal cord of paralysed mice that has helped them walk again, is seen in a laboratory at Tel Aviv University, Israel February 6, 2022. Picture taken February 6, 2022. REUTERS/Amir Cohen 

La poliomyélite, plus connue sous le nom de polio ou de paralysie infantile, est une infection virale systémique qui s’attaque au système nerveux et peut provoquer une paralysie irréversible dans les heures suivant l'infection. 

A combination picture shows a paralysed mouse (L) and a former-paralysed one in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

Professor Dr. Dietmar Fischer, director of a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, poses in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A woman works with samples in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A scientist holds a paralysed mouse in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A paralysed mouse is removed from its enclosure in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A paralysed mouse is seen in its enclosure in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A woman works with samples in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A mouse which recovered from paralysis is seen in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A mouse which recovered from paralysis is seen in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A mouse which recovered from paralysis is seen in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A paralysed mouse is seen in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A paralysed mouse is seen in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

A paralysed mouse is seen in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY 

A paralysed mouse is removed from its enclosure in a lab at Ruhr University, where scientists discovered a way to restore the ability to walk in mice that had been paralysed after a complete spinal cord injury, in Bochum, Germany, January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, is attended by her instructor during a therapeutic horseback riding session, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank November 1, 2020. Picture taken November 1, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, reacts during a therapeutic horseback riding session conducted by Hani Al-Natsha, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank October 25, 2020. Picture taken October 25, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, is reflected in a mirror at her house, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank December 29, 2020. Picture taken December 29, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, is carried by her father during a therapeutic horseback riding session conducted by Hani Al-Natsha, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank October 25, 2020. Picture taken October 25, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, has her hat adjusted by her instructor Hani Al-Natsha as her father stands next to her during a therapeutic horseback riding session, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank October 25, 2020. Picture taken October 25, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, attends a therapeutic horseback riding session conducted by Hani Al-Natsha, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank October 25, 2020. Picture taken October 25, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, attends a therapeutic horseback riding session conducted by Hani Al-Natsha, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank October 25, 2020. Picture taken October 25, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, attends a therapeutic horseback riding session conducted by Hani Al-Natsha, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank October 25, 2020. Picture taken October 25, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, attends a therapeutic horseback riding session conducted by Hani Al-Natsha, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank October 25, 2020. Picture taken October 25, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, interacts with a horse during a therapeutic horseback riding session conducted by Hani Al-Natsha, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank December 22, 2020. Picture taken December 22, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, interacts with a horse during a therapeutic horseback riding session conducted by Hani Al-Natsha, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank December 22, 2020. Picture taken December 22, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, interacts with her instructor Hani Al-Natsha during a therapeutic horseback riding session, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank November 1, 2020. Picture taken November 1, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Lian Aldweek, a 12-year-old Palestinian girl who suffers from a spinal tumor that caused paralysis in the lower half of her body, attends a therapeutic horseback riding session conducted by Hani Al-Natsha, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank November 1, 2020. Picture taken November 1, 2020. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma 

Bags with placards on them are seen as members of the tourist sector and travel agencies protest against the current situation of paralysis caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, in Seville, Spain December 17, 2020. REUTERS/Marcelo del Pozo 

A placard is pictured as members of the tourist sector and travel agencies protest against the current situation of paralysis caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, in Seville, Spain December 17, 2020. REUTERS/Marcelo del Pozo 

Members of the tourist sector and travel agencies hold placards as they protest against the current situation of paralysis caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, in Seville, Spain December 17, 2020. REUTERS/Marcelo del Pozo 

Members of the tourist sector and travel agencies hold placards as they protest against the current situation of paralysis caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, in Seville, Spain December 17, 2020. REUTERS/Marcelo del Pozo 

A member of the tourist sector and travel agencies holds a placard as she protests against the current situation of paralysis caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, in Seville, Spain December 17, 2020. REUTERS/Marcelo del Pozo 

Murtazha Hamis, 11, brought in after suffering a stroke resulting in partial paralysis, does push-ups at traditional healer Bi Mwanahija Mzee's clinic in Zanzibar City, Tanzania, January 20, 2019. Bi Mwanahija Mzee has been massaging Murtazha and prescribing him herbal baths for the past year. The boy's family credits the healer with helping the child regain mobility. REUTERS/Nicky Woo SEARCH "TANZANIA HEALTH" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH "WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES. 

EDITORIAL USE ONLY - NO COMMERCIAL OR BOOK SALES. FILE PHOTO: Habiba, 12, who suffers from bone disease osteomielitis, waits for treatment on the floor outside Gulbahar Orthopedics hospital some 60 km north of Kabul, Afghanistan, October 30, 2001. Habiba's father was killed when she was born in the war against the Soviets. She suffers from severe pains and eventually due to lack of medication her condition will worsen to paralysis. REUTERS/Yannis Behrakis/File photo SEARCH "YANNIS BEHRAKIS" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH "WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES. 

Aurana Augustin, known as Timatant, a vendor, rests on a bed in Boucan Ferdinand, Haiti, October 10, 2018. Timatant has a partial paralysis that impedes her to do her job. "There are no doctors here. It's easier to go to Duverger (Dominican Republic). There is a truck to go there," she said. REUTERS/Andres Martinez Casares SEARCH "BOUCAN HAITI" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH "WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES. TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY 

La reconque^te du territoire par l’arme´e du re´gime facilite les mouvements de biens et de personnes dans les zones contro^le´es par l’arme´e syrienne, apre`s des anne´es de paralysie.