Real Life Stories

Grant’s Linx Story

Grant was serving with the British Armed Forces when he was badly injured during the Falklands War. As a school teacher and keen walker Grant is now able to get on with doing what he loves.

Andrew’s Orion3 Story

Andrew was involved in a serious motorcycle accident which resulted in the loss of his left leg above the knee. Andrew now uses Orion3 and Echelon which has significantly increased his confidence.

Becky’s Orion3 Story

Becky is a young and active mother of two who relies on Orion3 to keep up with her busy daily life. With Orion3 she’s now more confident on uneven and varied terrain.

Ben shares his difficulty adjusting to life as an amputee and the impact on his family life and mental health. Since using BladeXT Ben has gone from strength to strength and with a newfound interest in fitness, he now sets himself goals.

Ben’s Momentum Story

Ben received his Momentum brace from Blatchford Clinic and, since wearing it for daily activities and sport, he's noticed a vast improvement in his mobility and can live an active life without worrying about pain.

Bill’s Javelin Story

Bill Zabelny's dreams of playing professional ice hockey were shattered aged 12 after a car accident. However, his love for ice hockey endured and eventually was able to try out for Team USA’s standing amputee division and has been playing for them ever since!

Bruce’s Momentum Story

Major Bruce Ekman recently won Gold at the 2017 Invictus Games wearing his Momentum brace provided by Blatchford Clinic. Read about his story and path to success at Invictus.

Charlie’s EchelonVAC Story

See how EchelonVAC benefits Charlie who is an active amputee with a busy lifestyle. Charlie explains the importance of a secure fit and how EchelonVAC has had a significant impact on his day-to-day life.

Dave’s Orion3 Story

Dave received his MPK (microprocessor knee) through the NHS in Sheffield. He shares his experiences of using an MPK for the first time and the significant benefits it has brought to his life.

Dennis’s EchelonVAC Story

Dennis became an amputee 7 years ago following a construction accident. After several years using fixed ankles, Dennis now uses an EchelonVAC foot combined with a Silcare Breathe liner to help him live his life and keep healthy and active.

Duncan’s Orion3 Story

Duncan received his Orion3 MPK through the NHS and hasn't looked back. Its given him more confidence and he's now able to walk further and faster.

Elaine’s Echelon Story

In 2011, Elaine was involved in a motorbike accident and as a result, her left leg was amputated below the knee. Echelon has increased Elaine’s confidence, whether it’s riding her mountain bike or hiking. "Echelon has given me the confidence to live my life the way I want to.”

Fabio’s Elite2 Story

Surfer Fabio was born with a limb reduction of 17cm on his left leg and has used a prosthetic foot since he was one years old. He tells us of his experiences with his new Elite2 foot from Blatchford and how it has helped him both in and out of the water.

Gareth’s Momentum Story

Gareth had to give up golf - his favourite hobby - after the pain from his Club Foot condition became too bad. After visiting Blatchford Clinic and receiving his Momentum brace he is now back golfing and has even run on a treadmill for the first time in 20 years!

Heidi’s EchelonVAC Story

Heidi shares her experience of EchelonVAC. In particular, how EchelonVAC is able to accommodate ramps in her home, how it has relieved pain in her hips and how she is now more confident on uneven and varied terrain.

Izzy’s Mini BladeXT Story

Izzy was rushed to hospital at the age of 7 after contracting meningococcal septicemia, leaving her with a 1% chance of survival. Now 15 years old, Izzy enjoys spending time with her friends and learning new things like any other teenager.

Jack’s Linx Story

Personal trainer, model and Mr England winner Jack Eyers was born with PFFD and chose elective amputation at age 16. He needed a prosthetic leg that can stand up to his lifestyle and so he chose Linx.

John’s Linx Story

John Evans lost his leg to bone cancer in 1974 and had been using the same "World War II" leg until he visited the Blatchford Clinic in 2017 to trial the Linx limb system. Since then, John hasn't looked back!

Jorja’s Mini BladeXT Story

Jorja, born an amputee due to Amniotic Band Syndrome, is able to do so much more with her friends thanks to the Mini BladeXT including marching in the air cadet band!

Laura’s Momentum Story

Following success at the Paralympics in Rio, Laura Sugar is now working towards the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics. She's using a bespoke Momentum brace provided by Blatchford Clinic allowing her to train for longer periods without any pain.

Lee’s EchelonVT Story

Lee shares his experience of EchelonVT and gives some insight on how his collaboration with Blatchford has given him the opportunity to give back to the world of prosthetics.

Lola’s Scoliosis Clinic Story

13 year old Lola tells us in her own words about her experiences growing up with scoliosis and how moving to the Gensingen Brace, supplied by Blatchford Clinic, has demonstrated good correction of her scoliosis.

Maree’s Momentum Story

Maree travelled to the UK to receive her Momentum brace and used our residential rehabilitation programme to receive expert rehabilitation during her stay.

Megan’s Scoliosis Clinic Story

Megan attended our Scoliosis Clinic and has told us, in her own words, about her experience at the clinic and with her Gensingen Brace.

Nick’s Orion3 Story

Nick from Sheffield shares his thoughts on how his life has been changed since receiving his new Orion3 MPK through the NHS.

Paul’s Linx Story

Paul is a Linx wearer who requires a precision performance from his prosthetic for a huge range of activities. From being a busy Dad and businessman to keeping fit, Linx has given Paul the confidence to go from one to another easily and seamlessly.

Steve’s Silcare Breathe Story

8 years ago Steve lost his left leg below the knee during his service in Iraq. Now as a full time athlete for Team GB, Silcare Breathe gives him one less thing to think about when working towards important milestones in his career.

Chris & Denise’s Orion3 Story

Married couple, and left leg above knee amputees Chris & Denise Arthey both use Orion3 MPK to enable them to do the things they loved before their accident.

Emily’s Momentum Story

After a horse riding accident, Emily's ankle was so badly damaged she was unable to walk or stand for long periods. Having attended the Blatchford Clinic and received a bespoke Momentum Brace, Emily is running once again!

Georgy’s Elan Story

Georgy Evans was three when her leg was amputated below the knee. She now wears the Elan foot and has noticed a difference in her daily life.

Grace’s Mini BladeXT Story

Grace, who was diagnosed with Meningococcal Septicaemia when she was 4, received two new Mini BladeXT feet from Blatchford and loves them!

Jamie’s BladeXT Story

Jamie became an amputee in September 2016 and received his BladeXT from the Blatchford Clinic in summer 2017 enabling him to run for the first time in 14 years!

Julia’s Scoliosis Clinic Story

Julia is able to live her life to the fullest and continue her love of dancing thanks to the Gensingen Brace® fitted by our brace specialists at our Clinic.

Kian & Callum’s Story

Brothers Kian and Callum were born with a condition that affects the growth of their hands and feet. They received new silicone prosthetic feet from the Blatchford Clinic.

Matt’s Momentum Story

Matt served in the British Army until an accident left him severely injured. After much pain and multiple surgeries Matt tried the Momentum Brace from Blatchford.

Pete’s Elite Blade Story

Pete Bowker became the first amputee to cross the Greenland Ice Cap unsupported and Blatchford was proud to sponsor him by providing an Elite Blade foot and new sockets.

Saara-Mae’s Nimbus Seat Story

Find out from Saara-Mae's family how her new Blatchford Nimbus modular seat helps and supports her in a subtle but effective way.

Will’s Custom Leg Brace Story

After sustaining a gunshot wound while serving with the British Army, Will Seers feels like he is on his way to getting his old life back thanks to his lightweight and bespoke carbon fibre leg brace, made by Blatchford.

Rob’s EchelonVT Story

Paracanoe Champion Rob Oliver shares his experience of EchelonVT in his training sessions, in particular the smooth and more natural movement.