On the 12th, Igari Tomoka took to her social media account to share a screenshot of a malicious comment that read, “You’re just sitting comfortably every day.” She wrote that some people occasionally think she lives a life of ease just because she is seated all day.
Igari Tomoka explained the reality of her situation, stating, “Living while seated causes my legs to swell and my back to ache. Because I rely heavily on my arms instead of my legs, my arms get swollen and my muscles tighten. Due to the paralysis, I need to hold onto something or have a place to lean my weight just to maintain a posture leaning forward.”
She further revealed, “I also deal with the cumbersome and difficult challenges of excretion disorders,” and delivered a sharp retort: “If you think I look comfortable, please swap your healthy body with mine.”
Born in 1999, Igari Tomoka was active as an idol when a tragic accident occurred in April 2018. While walking on a sidewalk, a sign fell due to strong winds, causing spinal damage and leading to a diagnosis of lower-body paralysis.
Since the accident, Igari Tomoka has continued to spread a positive influence, even taking the stage in a wheelchair. She actively communicates with her fans through social media to share her perspectives on disability awareness.
