by Claire @ Recover from Injury | Nov 14, 2016 | Personal experience
Using a crutch or two guarantees that you stand out in public. To everyone around, crutches are a true symbol that you are not as able-bodied as everyone else. But while you might feel a loser, it’s likely that people around you don’t think so. I believe...
by Claire @ Recover from Injury | Sep 12, 2016 | Feature article, Personal experience
Knock me out and cut me open. Sure I’m totally fine with that… Surgery is serious. Even if the medical consensus is that what’s required is ‘a simple procedure’, preparing physically, mentally and practically for going under the knife takes effort. Surprisingly, I...
by Claire @ Recover from Injury | Jul 28, 2016 | Personal experience
Thanks to Jeff for sharing his story. My mom says that from the time I was born I’ve always wanted a ball in my hand. I believe her. There has always been something about it that clears my mind and gives me a sense of empowerment. When I was growing up in New Orleans,...
by Claire @ Recover from Injury | Jul 5, 2016 | Personal experience
I’ve been a steady gym go-er since I was in high school. But recently I found myself feeling emotional while in the gym. It was eye-opening and it caught me off-guard. Recovering from injury has changed my perspective on so many things in life. Feeling a new mix of...
by Claire @ Recover from Injury | Jun 17, 2016 | Feature article
Have you ever had a major injury? Can you remember what your body felt like or what went through your mind at that precise moment it happened? That perspective-altering moment, when you enter emptiness, the feeling of shock; it can really feel bizarre. Perhaps you...
by Claire @ Recover from Injury | Oct 28, 2015 | Personal experience
By Claire Harris One of the reasons I started this website was because I realised that my injury was having a huge impact on my life. While some people cope really well with their specific injury — from medical treatment to the day-to-day inconveniences — I was a bit...
