Beyond the Uniform: A Veteran’s Journey Through Recovery and Renewal

In this episode, host Seth O’Brien, CP, FAAOP(D), sits down with Ian Parkinson, a veteran of the U.S. Army's 10th Mountain Division who has bilateral transfemoral amputations. Ian shares his journey transitioning from military to civilian life after losing his legs during a combat deployment to Kandahar, Afghanistan. The conversation explores the challenges of adapting to life after injury, the value of structured rehabilitation, and the vital role of comprehensive prosthetic support. Ian also discusses his creative approach to recovery—like skateboarding on stubbies—and emphasizes the importance of community and specialized care in helping veterans thrive.

O&P Clinical Care Insiders is produced by Association Briefings.