Aired Monday May 3, 11:05pm - 12:00amon Channel 5 HD

Extraordinary People

The Incredible Hulk Woman

This programme follows a mum of three who has one of the rarest conditions in the world - stiff person syndrome. Triggered by noise, stress, extreme temperature and even food allergies, attacks see Helen stiffen up and become unable to move as her muscles turn to stone and spasm. Helen feels as though her muscles are ripping, tearing and swelling inside her body.

Category
Documentary / Health / Medical
Original air date
2013-07-11