Toward Independence (1947)

Dramatized Documentary: Shows how modern developments in medicine help paralyzed veterans to become independent, well adjusted citizens. R.1. One veteran is motivated by another's example. The hospital staff helps patients with special exercises, water therapy and ultraviolet light treatments. R.2. The veteran masters difficult exercises and progresses to wearing leg braces and crutches. R.3. Career counselors help him locate a job to complete rehabilitation. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.