Help Fund Anthony's Nerve Surgeries

I never imagined I’d be in this situation, and I still feel strange asking for help. At first, I felt embarrassed, but after talking to some family members, they encouraged me to reach out for some relief—so here I am. I’m not expecting anything from anyone, but any support would be greatly appreciated and will go directly toward medical bills. If anything, just writing about it and getting it off my chest helps.

In 2022, while benching at the gym, the weight came down on me hard during a set, sending a shock through my upper body. I wasn’t lifting anything extraneous; it was just an ordinary set. My doctor initially dismissed it as a minor issue, saying I’d pinched something. But after months of being misdiagnosed and no improvement, I switched doctors multiple times. Finally, after several MRIs, my new doctor discovered that my ulnar nerve had fallen out of its groove in my elbow.

When the weight came down, instead of my muscles absorbing the impact, my nerve did. This caused me to lose feeling in my ring and pinky fingers, and I needed surgery to relocate the nerve and prevent further damage. While I regained feeling, I’m still experiencing daily pain. The nerve is currently in a vulnerable position, and I can’t use my arm for even basic activities without severe discomfort. It goes from my ring finger to my neck. Anything involving the bending of the elbow is prohibited—no drumming, pushups, pullups, anything. I haven't been able to lift everyday objects for over two years now and have lost all my upper body strength.

After recent MRIs, I’m now scheduled for a second surgery, called an ulnar nerve transposition, to return the nerve to its proper place. has been a nearly two-year process, with mounting medical costs—insurance, co-pays, MRIs, medication, and surgeries while trying to finish college. I’m hopeful this next surgery will be the last, and I look forward to overcoming the financial strain once I graduate in the spring.

I want to reiterate that I am not expecting anything from anyone. I hate explaining this situation to everyone I know, love, and meet over and over again. It has taken a lot from me and I'm ready to move past it.

Thank you for reading,

Anthony