Chris and Emily, who became famous after an internet video went viral, have written a book that take a frank look at the challenges in their lives. Chris and Emily Norton met in Muscatine when Chris was in training following a football accident that left in paralyzed. He was a student at Luther College at the time.

Can Chris Norton use his hands?

Chris kept bendable straws in his backpack in the early days of recovery. His hands werent strong or steady enough to hold a glass. These days, he can hold any cup or glass just fine. If something drops under the table, he can kick it out with his foot and lean over and get it.

What happened Chris Norton?

On October 16, 2010, Norton fractured his C3 and C4 vertebrae in the 3rd quarter of play during a football game against Central College in Decorah, Iowa. The fracture occurred on impact as his head collided with the ball carriers knee during a kick-off return.