CASE STUDY: Determined Hannah challenges the stereotypes and strives for greater independence
29-year-old Hannah Deakin’s life took a dramatic turn on the netball court after suffering a severe ankle injury as a teenager. However, with the help…
Revolutionary orthotics help London para-throwers with Tokyo training
Two para-throwers with their eyes firmly set on representing GB at the Tokyo Paralympics next year are being helped along the way by Dorset Orthopaedic’s…
Leading prosthetic clinic helps woman get set for epic Race Across America challenge
The Mind over Matter team with Linda Chen second from left in the back row A Worcester woman, who lost her leg below the knee…
“Revolutionary” bionic exoskeleton gets a newer sleeker look for patients
Ottobock has launched the latest edition of its bionic exoskeleton in the UK, giving patients with lower limb weakness a more streamlined and efficient walking…
Quadruple amputee Ellie prepares for snowboarding adventure with bespoke prosthetics
Champion para-swimmer Ellie Challis is breaking new ground by becoming the first quadruple amputee in the UK to become a snowboarder. The teen from Little…
Mum gets back to her best with crowdfunded Genium X3 prosthesis
As the saying goes, “Life begins at 40” — and for a Gloucester woman who lost her leg to two rare conditions, it has never…
Dorset Orthopaedic is part of Billy Monger’s big BBC SPOTY moment
After an incredible year of progress and on-track success, Dorset Orthopaedic ambassador Billy Monger was presented with the Helen Rollason Award at the BBC Sports…
UK’s first treatment service could give amputees a pain and socket-free future
From left: Matt Hughes, Clinical Services Director at Dorset Orthopaedic, Moose Baxter, Midlands Clinic Manager for Dorset Orthopaedic, and Relimb surgeons Norbert Kang and Alex…
Oar-some Sophie’s Paralympic dreams helped by Dorset Orthopaedic
A unique prosthetic leg made by Dorset Orthopaedic is helping Sophie Harris on her quest to become a Paralympic star. Sophie, 33, is part of…
Unique orthosis gives physiotherapist her freedom again
A physiotherapist with an extremely rare vascular condition that almost resulted in the loss of her leg says she has been given her life back…