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.”
"My Spine Is Crumbling." The Scan That Caused More Fear Than the Pain Did.
"My spine is crumbling."
Those four words changed the way Margaret saw her body. After reading her scan report, she became frightened to bend, lift or even play with her grandchildren. But was her spine really as fragile as she believed? This is the story of how understanding her scan helped her stop fearing movement and start trusting her body again.
"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.