Thomas R. O'Donnell

This Iowa mom uses a scooter. This Olympian vaults hurdles. A rare condition links them. » vileslopesschliepcomposite.jpg.size.xxlarge.promo

On February 10, 2016 at 9:46 pm

Jill Viles (with her son, Martin) uses an electric scooter to get around. Patricia Lopes-Schliep is a world-class hurdler. The women have discovered they share a rare muscle condition. For Viles, it's part of the reason she can no longer walk. For Lopes-Schliep, it's part of the reason for her dominance on the track.

Jill Viles (with her son, Martin) in 2017 and Priscilla Lopes-Schliep. Image via the Toronto Star.

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