Tedy Bruschi Writes a Book

ESPN.com is running a segment from Tedy Bruschi’s new book, “Never Give Up,” detailing the turn of events in which Bruschi learned he had suffered a stroke.  Bruschi wrote the book with the aid of Michael Holley.  For anyone who was unaware, Bruschi sate out most of the 2005 season after suffering a stroke, only to return to his linebacker duties far ahead of schedule last year.  His story is truly inspiring to anyone who was ever suffered the effects of even a mild stroke.

The excerpt is a chilling account of what it’s like to experience the effects of a stroke over a sustained period of time.  Since football players, especially linebackers, live their lives in a state of nearly constant paint, it should come as no surprise to anyone that Bruschi and his wife initially thought very little of the problems he was experiencing.  However, the fact is, Bruschi could have easily died or at the very least experienced very real chronic brain damage, and is extremely lucky to still be playing football.  Hopefully his story will serve to help others who feel the same set of symptoms better assess their issue, as early treatment of a stroke can be one of the surest ways to minimize its damage.

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