RE/MAX sponsored an April 14 open house at Children's Hospital in Aurora, Colo., to help paint a picture of just what $100 million in donations to Children's Miracle Network can do.
Local RE/MAX Affiliates, Children's Miracle Network representatives, hospital dignitaries and a Major League Baseball star joined in the celebration at the Center for Gait and Movement Analysis (CGMA). Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki surprised kids and participated in the demonstration of the CGMA technology for several TV and newspaper reporters.
With Tulowitzki's help, a 13-year-old named Tyler showed the group how the CGMA helps specialists recommend treatment for his cerebral palsy. Tyler was outfitted from head to toe with sensors that allowed special cameras to record his movements as he and Tulowitzki played catch. The images were transferred to a computer to create a moving video model of his skeletal system.
Doctors use the technology to improve comfort and mobility of patients with movement-restricting conditions such as cerebral palsy. The treatment Tyler receives enables him to play on sports teams with his buddies.
The $1.5 million center is an example of the kinds of life-changing and lifesaving programs RE/MAX Associates have made possible through their participation in the Miracle Home program.
"It's so exciting to visit with kids like Tyler, who are living better lives because of the great things that happen at Children's Miracle Network hospitals," says Mike Reagan, RE/MAX International Senior Vice of Brand Marketing, who was among the attendees. "Through their local efforts, RE/MAX agents show just how committed they are to making miracles like this possible."
