Army Officer Makes Remarkable Recovery After Life-Threatening Illness
NMC Provita proudly shares the inspiring rehabilitation journey of Mr. K.Y, a 42-year-old Army personnel who overcame severe, life-threatening complications following a serious bout of Influenza B pneumonia in October 2025.
What began as a viral infection quickly escalated into severe sepsis, leading to respiratory failure that required a ventilator and kidney support in intensive care. During this critical period, poor circulation caused damage to his fingers and toes, resulting in gangrene. Prolonged illness also weakened his muscles significantly, leaving him barely able to move.
When Mr. K.Y arrived at NMC Provita on November 10, 2025, he had very limited strength in his arms and legs and reduced sensation. While he could sit on his own, he needed extensive help to move between surfaces and was unable to stand or walk. Everyday tasks such as dressing and toileting required constant assistance.
Through a carefully planned, team-based rehabilitation programme, Mr. K.Y made extraordinary progress. Physiotherapists and occupational therapists worked with him daily to rebuild strength, balance, and independence. Over time, his muscle power improved greatly, joint movement returned to near-normal, and he learned to transfer safely and move independently in a wheelchair within the facility. He also regained the ability to complete most personal care tasks with little to no help.
Dr. Hussam Touma, Specialist Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at NMC Provita, commented on the treatment the patient received: “Mr. K.Y journey shows how an intensive, individualised rehabilitation plan, delivered by a coordinated multidisciplinary team, can turn the most complex medical challenges into meaningful gains in strength, function and independence.”
A clinical dietitian supported his recovery with tailored nutrition plans to rebuild muscle and restore energy, while psychologists helped him stay motivated, positive, and emotionally resilient throughout the process.
Despite everything he had endured, Mr. K.Y remained mentally sharp, disciplined, and deeply committed to therapy, qualities shaped by his military background and personal determination.
By the end of December 2025, he had regained independence in dressing, feeding himself, and communicating his needs. Although ongoing wound care and restrictions remain part of his treatment, he prepared to move into the next stage of rehabilitation with renewed confidence and optimism.
Mr. K.Y said: “I didn’t think I would be able to move forward again, but every therapy session and every word of encouragement gave me hope. Today, I feel stronger and more confident, step by step.”