48 Broken Leg Stories

Severe leg fractures often require reconstructive surgery, sometimes including the implantation of rods or screws. Read the stories of patients who had a broken leg, but received the appropriate treatment at HSS to get back in the game.

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Shane Scotland Neck, NC

"I was hit by a car while joyriding on my favorite Razor scooter. After the accident, doctors said I would never walk again. Without Dr. Wellman's bravery, I wouldn't be here today. "

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Patricia New York, NY

"I am two years out from surgery and my leg is finally fixed! I have a leg length discrepancy due to the surgeries, which is being aided by orthotics and I have started running again and am planning on completing the 2015 NYC Triathlon."

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