Real life stories

Alan's story - Genium X3

An RAF technician and member of the UK’s first disabled flying display team says he has an active and healthy future ahead thanks to his Ottobock Genium X3 microprocessor knee.

Abdullah Khan's C-leg 4 story

A rare form of cancer and a subsequent above-knee amputation has not stopped Abdullah Khan from being a man of many talents, and the C-Leg 4 has enabled him to improve his general health and wellbeing as he seeks to complete his studies and perfect his hobbies.

Steph's story - C-Leg 4

Drama Student Steph now enjoys a more enriched and active lifestyle thanks to NHS Microprocessor Knee Policy

Courtenay's C-Leg 4 story

Former Police Officer and amputee enjoys an active retirement thanks to new NHS funding

John's story - C-Leg 4

John Morris, an amputee of over 50 years and a patient at the Bristol Centre for Enablement, is one of the first to benefit from this new policy.

Peter's C-Leg 4 story

Adventurous amputee returns to the great outdoors with C-Leg NHS funding.

Jeremy's C-Leg story

New NHS funding helps amputee Jeremy to stay active and travel the world.

Gillian's C-Leg 4 story

Enjoying the great outdoors with her C-Leg 4, cancer survivor Gillian once again appreciates the scenery around her.

Gemma's C-Leg story

Gemma has never let limb loss get in the way of anything. Her C-Leg helped her achieve her dream of starting her own fitness business.

Kiera's C-Leg story

Kiera runs her own charity helping other amputees re-build their lives through participation in sports and arts.

Mike's C-Leg Story

‘Being diagnosed with bone cancer twice in a lifetime is hard, but having your leg amputated is even harder; fast-forward a few years and my prosthetic leg is a part of my life and has enabled me to still be a hands-on dad. It truly has been my saving grace!

Geoff's Kenevo Story

Geoff lost his right leg in 2014 in a tragic motorcycle accident whilst on his way home. He has since regained his ability to walk using a new technologically advanced prosthetic leg called Kenevo and is getting back to the life he has enjoyed for so many years.

Joe’s Genium story

After a long battle with his insurance company, Joe was able to get the Genium microprocessor knee he needed in order to get back to work as an EMT.

David's Genium Story

David Henson is a double amputee and has just finished competing at the inaugural Invictus Games as Captain of Team GB. He has recently upgraded to two Genium knees - read his story here.

Darren's Genium X3 Story

Darren Pugh is the first civilian amputee in the UK to be fitted with the Genium X3; the world’s most technologically advanced prostheses!

Graham's Genium X3 story

Graham Smith’s new Genium X3 bionic leg allows him to get back on his bike… and much, much more.

Andrew's Genium X3 story

Even though he’s retired from the Air Force, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Andrew Lourake is still full speed ahead – in the air, on land and in water, thanks to the Genium X3.

Andy Lewis - 3S80 Sports knee

Running knee helps Andy Lewis aim for Paralympic heights!

Julie's Sports Knee story

The 3S80 Sport helps Julie become one of the fastest female Paralympic sprinters in the UK!

John's Running Knee story

The 3S80 Fitness Knee is made for amputees who want to run for fitness and health. Whether you're running on pavement or on the beach, this prosthetic sports knee will allow you to stay in shape in any environment you choose.

Sherri’s DynamicArm story

Sherri doesn't slow down with her DynamicArm above-elbow system. She depends on her upper limb prosthesis to help in the activities she loves.

Matthew's Genium story

In 2011, Matthew became the first UK amputee to be fitted with a Genium™, a state-of-the-art microprocessor-controlled knee joint. The Genium™ allows Matthew to do things he was not able to do with his previous leg.

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