An Imperial student who won gold at the Invictus Games talks about his impressive race times and improving prosthetic legs in a new audio interview.
Dave Henson, a former soldier who lost both legs while serving in Afghanistan in 2011, is currently completing his Master’s degree in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial. His research focusses on developing the world’s first implantable knee joint, which has the potential to enhance mobility for people with prosthetic legs.
In the audio interview, Dave talks about competing in the Games, augmenting his prosthetic legs to prevent them from breaking, and celebrating his 30th birthday with Prince Harry at the closing ceremony.
Dave had the honour of leading the GB Invictus team as its Captain. He competed in sprinting, where he won gold, and in the GB sitting volleyball team, which also won gold.
View a slideshow (below) of the Invictus Games and images of Dave competing and getting his gold medal from Prince Harry.
Over 400 competitors from 13 nations took part in the Invictus Games, which happened from 10-14 September 2014. It was an international sporting event for wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women. Teams came from the armed forces of nations that have served alongside each other. The Games aimed to use the power of sport to inspire recovery, support rehabilitation, and generate a wider understanding and respect of those who serve their country.
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