Greek national Giannis Vidiniotis, 27, is fighting for his life after suffering severe injuries while swimming at Cottesloe Beach in Perth on New Year’s Eve.
Vidiniotis struck his head on a sand dune, sustaining a broken collarbone and multiple spinal fractures.
He was rushed to Royal Perth Hospital, where he underwent a five-hour surgery to stabilise his condition.
He remains in the Intensive Care Unit, where doctors estimate he will need to stay for six to eight weeks.
His family has said he currently has no movement in his lower limbs and limited movement in his arms, with doctors warning of the possibility of quadriplegia.
A further assessment of his rehabilitation needs will be made once the critical period has passed.
Vidiniotis’ parents are travelling from Greece to be by his side. An online support campaign has been launched to help cover medical and rehabilitation costs, according to his family.
Source: Athens Voice.
