Killingworth Cerebral Palsy boy needs further operation

A LITTLE boys dream of walking unaided has hit a setback after he developed a problem with his hips.

Cerebral Palsy sufferer Ben Elliott went all the way to America, where specialist surgeons carried out a 40,000 miracle op to help him walk, and he has since come on leaps and bounds.

But doctors have now detected hip dysplasia in the brave six-year-olds legs hairline fractures which are hampering his progress meaning he will need further surgery.

His devoted mum Julie Elliott and her partner Nigel Oxman, both 38, of Killingworth, North Tyneside, are now busy raising the 10,000 needed to fund the extra treatment, and will next month hold a fundraising boxing night.

Before he has the latest round of surgery, Ben has the best carer and physio in the business to help him on his road to recovery his Shetland pony Trigger.

Tiny Trigger was Julie and Nigels Christmas present to Ben, and they have forged a touching, strong bond over the last eight months that has seen the pony become much more than just a pet.

Through riding Trigger, the Westmoor Primary School pupil is developing much better upper body strength, balance, and leg muscles.

Since his operation Ben can now ride on his horse by himself, said Nigel, who runs the Justin Oxman car dealership.

Trigger senses that Ben is disabled he doesnt move too fast and cuddles up to him too. The little relationship they have is amazing.

His sister Jessica has a horse too and they go out together.

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Killingworth Cerebral Palsy boy needs further operation