Sam Lane Jr. of Jackson was nearly killed when a drunk driver rammed into his bicycle. And there has been nothing easy about his efforts to overcome a severe brain injury.

But the college student finds some comfort in knowing his struggles may contribute to a greater good. He’s participating in Methodist Rehab research that may lead to better therapies for traumatic brain injury survivors.

“I’m glad that I can help,” he said. “It would be good if my accident could accomplish something positive.”

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