Ep 5. The Incredible Upside Down Man

In the fifth episode of Body Bizarre season 2 titled "The Incredible Upside Down Man", viewers are introduced to a man named Claudio Vieira de Oliveira who was born with a rare condition known as arthrogryposis. This condition has left Claudio with limited use of his legs and arms and with deformities in his limbs, making it difficult for him to perform everyday tasks.

Despite these challenges, Claudio has learned to adapt his body in unique ways, including being able to walk on his knees and using his mouth to operate certain tools and technology. The episode follows Claudio as he navigates his daily life in Brazil, where he is a public speaker and advocate for disability rights.

Viewers also meet a young boy named Mahendra Ahirwar who was born with a similar condition as Claudio, leaving him with a severely crooked spine and difficulty breathing. His parents have been searching for a way to help their son, and with the help of a surgeon in India, they have finally found a way to straighten his spine and potentially give him a chance at a better life.

The episode also explores the case of a woman named Siphelele who was born with an encephalocele, a rare condition where a portion of the brain protrudes through an opening in the skull. This caused Siphelele to have a large growth on her face, which made it difficult for her to eat and speak. With the help of a team of doctors in South Africa, Siphelele undergoes surgery to remove the growth and restore her facial features.

Throughout the episode, viewers are introduced to these individuals and their unique conditions, as well as the medical professionals who work tirelessly to provide them with the care and support they need. Body Bizarre season 2 episode 5 is a heartwarming and inspiring look at the resilience of the human spirit and the power of medicine to transform lives.