Mr Wood was born with multiple pterygium syndrome, a rare congenital condition that mainly affects neuromuscular and skeletal functions. In Mr Wood’s case, it limited movement in his knees and ankles. James Wood's leg in a frame (Image: Family Handout/PA Wire)Just a few weeks later, Mr Wood began to suffer extreme pain and swelling in his right thigh. Mr Wood was then placed in a permanent full-length leg cast to support his leg. James Wood (Image: Family Handout/PA Wire)“I was never right after I had that operation and was in pain from the moment the frame was put on me.