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Help Kenny Heal: Support for Two Surgeries

Hi everyone – it’s Kenny here. Many of you know me as “Kenny Danngg!!!” “Off the Couch Kenny” or “Uncle Kenny” — nicknames I’ve earned from my love of adventure and the long breaks I take to rest or recover between them or the Uncle to many of my friend's children.

I’m reaching out with vulnerability and hope as I completed two major surgeries this year to address chronic pain I’ve been silently battling for over 15 years. Hoping I don't need a third.

What’s Going On

1. Bilateral Carpal Tunnel + Cubital Tunnel Release Surgery

This surgery is to relieve constant nerve pain and numbness in both of my arms and hands — pain that’s been with me for over a two decades. If you’ve ever gone climbing or biking with me, you probably remember me needing to ice my hands, wear braces, or take medication just to function afterward.

2. Arthroscopic Left Hip Labral Repair with Femoroplasty

I dislocated my hip in a climbing accident in my early 20s. At the time, doctors told me to hold off on surgery until medical advancements improved. That time is now. The pain has gotten to the point where I take the maximum daily dose of ibuprofen and/or acetaminophen just to sleep at night.

Why I Need Help

I chose to schedule both surgeries in the same year to meet my deductible and max out-of-pocket costs — but as we all know, insurance rarely covers everything. I’m now faced with high medical expenses and am hoping to avoid going into deep credit card debt while tapping into my savings to get the care I need.

Gratitude for My Support System

I also want to give a heartfelt thank-you to those close to me who have already stepped up in incredible ways. From Meal Trains to helping around the house, your care has meant everything. A special thank-you to my mom, who flew in to stay with us for two weeks to help with my recovery. Her support has allowed Bri to return to work while knowing I’m cared for. I’m so grateful for the love and community surrounding me.

Who I Am

If you know me, you know I love to bring people together — whether it’s for a family day, a big hike, climbing and surfing adventures, or a shared meal. After long big adventures, I’m usually the one volunteering to cook for everyone: homemade pho, Korean BBQ, or a big pot of something warm — even on my birthday. It brings me joy to take care of others, and I’m learning now it’s okay to ask for help in return.

How You Can Help

Any contribution — big or small — helps more than you know. Your donation will go directly toward medical bills, post-op therapy, and recovery costs. Even if you can’t give, simply sharing this with your network means the world to me.

Thank you for reading, and thank you for being part of my journey — past, present, and future.

With gratitude,

Kenny