#cane user!spencer reid

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Stepping Forward - Spencer Reid

Summary: Spencer Reid, recovering from a knee injury, finds strength and support in his physical therapist, Y/N, as they forge a deep bond through his rehabilitation journey.

The sterile white walls of the rehabilitation center seemed to close in on Spencer Reid as he adjusted his glasses nervously. The scent of disinfectant was overpowering, but it was the constant reminder of his own vulnerability that made him uneasy. His knee ached, the phantom pain a cruel reminder of the bullet that had shattered his dreams and left him fighting to regain mobility.

"Dr. Reid, your physical therapist will be with you shortly," the receptionist said, her voice brimming with practiced cheerfulness as she left the room.

As he waited, Spencer's thoughts drifted to the countless unsolved cases and the ever-growing pile of books he had wanted to read. Would he ever return to the field? Would he ever walk without the aid of crutches or, even worse, a wheelchair?

Just then, the door opened, and in walked Y/N, the physical therapist assigned to him. She had a calming presence, her eyes warm and compassionate, her smile genuine and reassuring.

"Dr. Reid, I'm Y/N. I'll be assisting you with your rehabilitation," she said softly, her voice as soothing as a gentle breeze.

Spencer blushed slightly, his heart rate increasing at her presence. He was used to being the one with all the answers, the one who could rattle off facts and statistics without hesitation. But now, as Emily had said, he felt as though his IQ of 187 had been slashed to 60.

"Nice to meet you, Y/N," he replied, his voice portraying a hint of nervousness.

Y/N smiled warmly, sensing his discomfort and anxiety. "Don't worry, Dr. Reid. We'll take this one step at a time," she reassured him, her voice filled with empathy and understanding.

Over the next hour, Y/N conducted a thorough assessment of Spencer's knee, carefully examining its range of motion, strength, and stability. She explained each test and procedure in detail, answering all of Spencer's questions and addressing his concerns with patience and compassion.

As she guided him through a series of gentle exercises, Y/N's gentle touch and encouraging words helped to alleviate Spencer's anxiety, making him feel more at ease and confident in his ability to recover.

Over the next few weeks, Y/N worked tirelessly with Spencer, guiding him through a series of exercises designed to strengthen his knee and improve his mobility. But it wasn't just her professional expertise that made a difference; it was her unwavering support and encouragement that truly set her apart.

"Alright, Spencer, let's try taking a few steps without the crutches today," Y/N suggested one day, her eyes filled with determination and confidence.

Spencer hesitated, uncertainty clouding his features. But Y/N was there, her hand gently resting on his arm, her presence a source of strength and reassurance.

"Trust me, you can do this," she whispered, her voice filled with unwavering belief.

With a deep breath, Spencer took his first tentative steps, his knee protesting with each movement. But with Y/N by his side, offering encouragement and support, he pushed through the pain, his determination unwavering.

"See, I told you could do it," Y/N said, her eyes sparkling with pride as she wrapped her arm around his waist, helping him maintain his balance.

Spencer blushed, a warm feeling spreading through his chest at her praise. He had always been fiercely independent, reluctant to ask for help or admit his vulnerabilities. But Y/N's unwavering support and caring nature made him feel safe and valued, allowing him to open up and embrace his recovery journey.

As the weeks turned into months, Spencer and Y/N celebrated countless small victories together. From completing challenging exercises to taking his first steps without assistance, each milestone was a testament to his determination and resilience.

"You're doing amazing, Spencer," Y/N would often say, her eyes filled with admiration and pride.

And Spencer couldn't help but blush, his heart swelling with gratitude and affection. He had never met anyone like Y/N, someone who cared so deeply and selflessly, someone who believed in him even when he struggled to believe in himself.

One evening, after a particularly grueling session, Y/N surprised Spencer with a small treat, a chocolate-frosted doughnut with rainbow sprinkles.

"Today marks six months since your surgery, Spencer," Y/N said, her eyes shining with pride as she handed him the doughnut.

Spencer blushed, a warm feeling spreading through his chest at her thoughtful gesture. He had come a long way since that fateful day, and he knew that he owed it all to Y/N's unwavering support and caring nature.

"Thank you, Y/N," Spencer said, his voice filled with gratitude and affection.

As he savored the treat, Spencer realized that his journey was far from over. There were still challenges ahead, still hurdles to overcome. But with Y/N by his side, he knew that he could face anything, his determination unwavering, his spirit unbroken.

And as he looked into Y/N's eyes, her presence a source of strength and reassurance, Spencer knew that he had found something truly special, a connection that transcended words, a bond that would endure the test of time.

For in Y/N, Spencer had found not only a physical therapist but also a friend, a confidant, a source of inspiration and support. And as they continued on their journey together, celebrating each small victory, each milestone achieved, Spencer realized that sometimes, the most profound connections are forged in the face of adversity, proving that love, in all its forms, has the power to heal, to inspire, to transform.

And as they stepped forward, hand in hand, their hearts intertwined, Spencer knew that he had found his anchor, his guiding light, his reason to believe.

#criminal minds #spencer reid #season5!spencer #fanfic #spencer reid imagines #spencer reid x y/n #cane user!spencer reid #comfort #fluff #criminal minds imagine #spencer reid x reader #spencer x reader #spencer reid imagine #self insert

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y'know despite the murder, i am jealous of the criminal minds universe, in which young cane users are not questioned, stared at, invalidated, or even overly acknowledged

like i understand that it was just an extension of the fact that the actor was ACTUALLY injured and ACTUALLY using a cane and probably would not have enjoyed added acted scrutiny because he probably dealt enough with it in his personal life (based on personal experience he probably dealt with a fair bit bc people irl are garbage about young cane users existing) but still, the fact that not a SINGLE PERSON ever questions spencer, ever questions the legitimacy of his need for an aid, ever questions why he's using it, god i'm so jealous

no one ever raises an eyebrow when he enters a room, no local detective ever makes a mean joke, no medical examiner ever stares at him for just a second too long, even when he does interviews, no family member or event planner EVER gives him a second look, they all just seamless accept that this member of the fbi is using a cane and never treat him any differently for it

no one mocks him! no one makes any snide remarks, no one side-eyes him when he enters a room, no one ever presses into his space and offers (read: demands) they do something for him since he's "not capable", no one questions his credentials, or his ability to do his job. everyone just accepts it as normal and continues as such. the literal ONLY DIFFERENCE in ANYONE'S treatment of him is that he doesn't go with the team when they head to the final location to grab the unsub with their guns out, which is a perfectly reasonable accommodation! and no one mocks him for that either! no one ever implies he's "missing out" and everyone keeps him in the loop during the investigation when they're doing things of that nature, so he can help put the last pieces together

just, as a young cane user myself, not only is spencer the literal first time i've ever seen someone on tv using a cane correctly (not an exaggeration, actors seem incapable of using canes correctly), and thus the first person i've ever TRULY seen that part of me in, but i just LOVE the way the show and narrative treat him in general, mostly because the way they treat him straight up DOESN'T CHANGE!! dude i fucking WISH that was my reality!!! i WISH people straight up DIDN'T CHANGE the way they treated me after i started using a cane, i fucking WISH everyone just accepted at face value the fact that i use one and then moved on and didn't mention it again

#original #i ramble #criminal minds #spencer reid #criminal minds season 5 #cane user #disability #and i do understand that the actor was legit injured btw. i know that. and i know that's why spencer uses his cane correctly #because his actor was legit using it. but like. i fucking love that and wish more tv shows would hire disabled actors for disabled roles #feels like there's some stuff that could be learned from this ngl. season 5 spencer means SO MUCH to me #and i see myself so clearly in him #just. yeah. cane user spencer reid lives in my mind rent free #i dont care if this is coherent i dont care if my thoughts make sense im just fucking jealous

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i know the post is from over a year ago but it's now my mission as a fellow cane user to find you a bunch of cane using characters. i WILL be back with more later, for now i've got these for you:

vio/alexander chase from the swan crossing project (like with spencer reid it's not a permeant installation but he does use one for a period of time)

hermann gottlieb from pacific rim (i havent actually watched it but i've heard good things!)

victor from arcane (this has been on my tbw list for a while now, but again, i've heard GREAT things)

yknow when i opened up this ask i meant to include a much longer list but i forgot that i consume media so infrequently that i dont actually have a list prepared, you already got spencer reid, house, and kaz (my beloveds) and now im struggling to think of more. i WILL BE BACK THOUGH!!!! i promise i will be back at some point with more names after i have consumed more media.

anyway, i also love media with cane users in it, (and i loved spencer's era as a cane user even though it was short because it was the first time i ever saw a cane used CORRECTLY on tv and i felt so seen) and i hope that we can create a much longer list, lol, so that no one ever has to feel alone 💖💖 i hope you have a good day!!

Hey nonny!

There is never a time limit on finding representation in media so don't worry that the post is old and thank you for the new characters!

#Kay answers #The original post is me trying to find cane users in media! #If you've got any you're welcome to add them to the list!

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