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Every person who deals with an amputation or a condition that requires an orthotic device understands the unique experiences and challenges that face others with similar conditions. Most would never claim that a prosthesis or orothoses is just like the “real thing” but by taking advantage of specialized products, advanced technology and professional care, many have moved forward with their lives in positive and rewarding ways.
There are thousands of Hanger stories about patients who exemplify strength, determination and hard work. By recounting the special journeys of a few, we hope to share insight, encouragement and inspiration.
On April 26, 2003, the 27-year-old mountaineer from Aspen, Colorado, set out on a one-day rock climbing excursion in the southeast Utah backcountry. He was 60 feet up a rock wall in a three-foot-wide slot in Blue John Canyon » Read MoreBrooklyn Gibney is a typical second grader. She’s bright, loves to read, and has many friends. She’s also a sports nut. Brook loves basketball, softball, and especially University of Oklahoma football. » Read More"Impossible is an opinion not a fact," says Cameron Clapp. These are words of epic meaning coming from a young man who became a triple amputee at the age of 15. » Read MoreCarrie lives by the motto, “Life is not about finding yourself; it’s about creating yourself,” and strives to create the best life for herself, her family, and for the people and patients she serves, by taking an active role in life, regardless of limitations. » Read MoreHope M. Harrison was born with a rare vascular condition called Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber Syndrome (KTWS). In short, a condition that causes » Read MoreThe most amazing person I know is my son, Ezra. At the age of four, his wisdom, maturity and empathy reach a level far beyond his years. He is an old soul. Ezra’s emotional depth helps him---and our family---navigate the challenges and opportunities of his young life. » Read MoreBefore graduating from Perryton High School in Perryton, Texas, Jeremy was all-district in basketball, track and football. He was introduced to amputee athletics at the Endeavor Games in 2004. » Read MoreAs far back as I can remember, I always wanted a family. A wonderful husband, a boy first then a girl. Like most women in this world. » Read MoreJordan’s story began on a rainy Saturday night when she got together with her best friend Ashley Younger who was home from college for the weekend. » Read More23 year-old, Josa Gonzalez was enjoying a summer college trip with his friends and traveling by train through Europe. One early morning, the train made a brief stop in Spezia, Italy. Josa was getting refreshments when he suddenly » Read MoreWhile home on leave from the US Army, Kari was hit by a drunk driver and lost both of her legs. » Read MoreKarl Chapin’s best friend says it like this: “You’re the most unhandicapped handicapped person I’ve ever seen.” Learn just a little bit about Karl, age 60, and you know his friend is right on target. » Read MoreKaty Sullivan’s 100-metre race at last year’s 2007 Pan Am Games made her the fastest double AK in the world. » Read MoreFor Kenny Green, being an amputee is not a disability. In fact, it's always been his goal to prove otherwise. » Read MoreLaurens Molina was born on October, 2, 1978 in San Jose, Costa Rica. His parents weren't prepared for the shock of their son being born without » Read MoreMaria Wuerzinger was a happy girl growing up in the town of Woodhaven, Michigan. When she was only 16 years old, she discovered a hard mass behind her right knee. She had always been very healthy » Read MoreWhen Phyllis Frohlich lost her hand in a roll-over car accident, she feared she would always be dependent on someone else » Read MoreThe most important thing is just to not listen to anyone who says it's impossible," says Regas Woods. » Read MoreStaff Sgt. Heath Calhoun earned respect for the U.S. military at a young age. His father served in Vietnam and his grandfather in World War II » Read MoreI guess nobody ever expects to become an amputee, but my life went this direction for some reason and I’m determined to make it as positive as I can for myself, my family and the other amputees I meet along the way. » Read MoreThomas John (TJ) Pemberton is a true outdoorsman…from the top of his bright orange hunters’ hat to the bottom of his prototype, mossy oak camouflage leg brace. All his life TJ has enjoyed outdoor activities » Read MoreWarren Macdonald, 34, Melbourne, Australia, has been a devoted mountain climber for as long has he can remember. He is an experienced bushwalker and committed environmentalist. In April, 1997, he set out to climb Mt. Bowen, the tallest peak off of Australia's north Queensland coast. » Read MoreIn December 2005, a three-month-old bottlenose dolphin found herself tangled in the ropes of a crab trap near Cape Canaveral, Florida. Fortunately, fisherman Jim Savage heard her cry and was able to free the little dolphin. After making some calls, a rescue team came to help and she was taken to the Florida Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA). The team at CMA worked night and day to help Winter recover from the injuries. However, her tail was badly damaged and as the team feared, she lost her tail.
In 2006, Kevin Carroll, an expert prosthetist and vice president of prosthetics at Hanger heard her story and offered to fit her with an artificial tail. “My heart went out to her, and I thought I could probably put a tail on her.” » Read More |
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