Stories from the clinic
Real life inspired stories.
We start with the person, not the diagnosis.
The people behind the symptoms.
Real life inspired stories. We start with the person, not the diagnosis. The people behind the symptoms.
“The stories in this collection are inspired by the many people we’ve cared for over the years. Names, details and circumstances have been changed or combined to protect privacy, but the emotions, questions and experiences are real. If you recognise yourself in one of these stories, we hope it helps you better understand your body and reminds you that you’re not alone.”
“I Sneezed... and My Back Went." He Thought One Sneeze Had Broken His Spine.
"I sneezed... and my back went."
One moment, Mike was making a cup of coffee. The next, he was lying on the kitchen floor, unable to move, convinced he'd broken his back. As the pain shot down his leg and an ambulance was called, he feared his life had changed forever. But was it really the sneeze that caused it all? Discover the story behind one of the most common back injuries we see and why the final movement is rarely the whole story.
"I Started to Feel Like a Fraud." When Pain Disappears the Moment You See a Healthcare Professional.
"I feel like such a fraud. I promise it really was that bad."
After spending an entire weekend barely able to move, Harry arrived at his appointment feeling embarrassed because his back pain had eased. If you've ever worried that nobody would believe your pain because it comes and goes, this story is for you.