Case Studies

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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!

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.