In December of 2009, Gary lost the top third of his left index finger due to an accident involving a table saw. As a musician, the loss was especially devastating, leaving him unable to play his favorite instrument-the banjo.
Gary contacted numerous prosthetic providers looking for a device that would allow him to regain the ability to make music, but was only offered purely cosmetic solutions.
He then came into contact with H.O.P.E. co-founder, Mike Schultz. The two exchanged a series of emails, and before long, Gary was in our Overland Park office, banjo in hand. He demonstrated the type of movement, reach and flexibility needed to play the banjo. Equipped with this insight and a physical impression of Gary's finger, we were able to construct a custom-made appliance that did the job, working closely with Gary to achieve
the right shape.
Gary's experience inspired him to form an online community for musicians facing adversity to share support and advice. His creation, the Musician's Recovery Network, has already received some incredible stories of truly courageous people who like Gary have overcome significant hardships and regained the ability to perform.
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