Prosthetic blade is the perfect sparring partner for former soldier Michael
Credit: Contender White Collar Boxing A former soldier who lost his leg while on duty in Afghanistan is gearing up for a new battle in…
Golfer Michael at the top of his game with prosthetic leg companion
Just five years after losing his leg through the knee, golfer Michael Browne is shooting for his best season yet on the professional circuit, with…
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…
New water and corrosion resistant rotation adapter gives more comfort, safety and movement for patients
Ottobock has launched a new adapter for its above-knee prostheses, giving wearers more movement, comfort and safety in and out of the water. The 4R57=WR…
Daddy duties are worry free for Martin thanks to C-Leg technology
When Martin Tweedie found out he was going to become a father, the aspiring Paralympian had one thing in mind – to hold his newborn…
New training centre set to boost expertise in prosthetics and orthotics
The UK is set to train more highly-skilled prosthetists and orthotists after the announcement of a new global centre of excellence at the University of…
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…
Pioneering prosthesis and handbike donation allow man to regain his independence
A former soldier, who lost both legs in an explosion in Afghanistan, is set to gain a new lease of life after being given a…
New innovative adapter allows lower limb amputees to quickly and easily change their prosthetic feet
Ottobock has unveiled a new product to enable lower limb amputees to change their prosthetic feet faster than they can change their shoes. Quickchange is…