PTU's Michelle Medellin Helps With the Fight Against Cancer

Physical Therapy Unlimited technician Michelle Medellin has a passion for fighting cancer! She and her family are participating in the 12 hour Relay For Life walk at Canyon High School on April 30. They have set an ambitious goal to raise $1,000 for the cause.

Relay For Life is a community gathering where everyone can participate in raising awareness of the disease. Teams of people will camp out at Canyon High School and take turns walking or running around the track from 7pm to 7am. Each team will have a member on the track at all times through the night—because cancer never sleeps. Relay For Life celebrates survivors, remembers loved ones and brings together people to raise money.

Michelle’s team includes her husband, her mom, her sister and her cousin. They have all seen close relatives succumb to the disease and therefore feel the need to contribute. “My mom and I did the Susan B. Komen walk last year and it was wonderful,” said Michelle. “We were crying a lot because we saw the survivors and heard their stories, but in the end it felt great to be there doing something about it.”

Michelle has been training for the 12 hour walk during her lunch time at work. “I walk on the treadmill whenever I get a chance,” said Michelle. “Last year I was exhausted after the 12 hours, but it was definitely worth it.”

Michelle’s team is called “Knock Out Cancer.” They are team #85 and their goal is to raise $1,000. They are currently accepting donations on-line as well as at the PTU offices in New Braunfels and Canyon Lake. Throughout the 12 hour relay, they will continue the fundraising by selling raffle tickets to win a relaxation massage and a deep tissue massage.

Please support Michelle, Relay For Life and everyone involved with the fight against cancer. For more information on how to donate to Michelle’s team, please call the PTU office at 830-907-2145.