Henry Winkler Inspire Awards 2011 Honoree AARP The Magazine
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But following a stroke in her 70s, her arms became so stiff from a condition called upper limb spasticity that "she couldn't even dress herself," recalls Winkler, who watched her become dependent on caregivers until her death a decade later. Today Winkler, 65, is lending his star power to help the estimated 1 million Americans affected by the condition, serving as spokesperson for : Raising Awareness of Upper Limb Spasticity, which highlights a promising new treatment using Botox. "I met a woman who couldn't move her arm at all," says Winkler. After treatment, "she was able to hug her daughters for the first time in two years." Best known for his role as Fonzie on the 1970s-era sitcom Happy Days, Winkler is a regular on the USA Network comedy Royal Pains. But traveling the country campaigning to help alleviate stroke victims' suffering has a special place in his heart. Video by Ben Baker Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures
Henry Winkler Helping Stroke Victims
Throughout Henry Winkler's award-winning acting career, his vital, German-born mother, Ilse, was always present, applauding proudly.But following a stroke in her 70s, her arms became so stiff from a condition called upper limb spasticity that "she couldn't even dress herself," recalls Winkler, who watched her become dependent on caregivers until her death a decade later. Today Winkler, 65, is lending his star power to help the estimated 1 million Americans affected by the condition, serving as spokesperson for : Raising Awareness of Upper Limb Spasticity, which highlights a promising new treatment using Botox. "I met a woman who couldn't move her arm at all," says Winkler. After treatment, "she was able to hug her daughters for the first time in two years." Best known for his role as Fonzie on the 1970s-era sitcom Happy Days, Winkler is a regular on the USA Network comedy Royal Pains. But traveling the country campaigning to help alleviate stroke victims' suffering has a special place in his heart. Video by Ben Baker Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures