Elite Swimmer Undergoes Amputation to Manage Pain

BEDFORD, N.H. - Morgan Stickney, an elite swimmer from Bedford recently underwent an experimental leg amputation in Boston to treat chronic pain. According to WMUR, Stickney's pain was caused by a swimming injury.

The injury happened six years ago, and after several failed surgeries, Stickney underwent experimental surgery in Boston.

Stickney's surgeon said her leg was amputated under the knee in a modified way to retain muscle function. He said Stickney is the ninth person in the world to undergo the experimental operation.

That should allow her to better use a prosthetic. The method was developed by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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