Muhammad Sarwar Needs an Artificial Limb

Muhammad Sarwar's Story

Meet Muhammad Sarwar, a 35-year-old man from Okara, who is experiencing extreme challenges because his left arm was crushed in a fodder machine. He was rushed to a hospital where the doctors had to amputate his left arm below the elbow. His lost arm has significantly limited his ability to perform daily tasks such as getting dressed and maintaining personal hygiene. He struggles to perform tasks with only one hand. The loss of an arm has affected his overall balance and coordination, particularly while moving. His doctor recommended a below-elbow prosthesis to improve his quality of life.

Sarwar’s life is filled with hardships and obstacles due to his disability. He teaches at a Madrassa and brings in just PKR 20,000. Sarwar is the sole provider for his family and lives in a one-room brick house. With his wife and child to support with daily expenses, he has no room left for savings to spend on his artificial limb.

Due to his disability, Sarwar also experiences frustration, depression, and anxiety. The expense of the artificial limb is a significant barrier in his path towards independence.

Sarwar expressed his plea as follows:

“The thought of spending my entire life without an arm scares me a lot. I feel like I have lost the connection with my life. I feel helpless as I don’t have enough money to get the artificial arm. All I want is to regain my independence. I desperately need your help so that I can live the remaining life with new hope and determination.”

Sarwar has registered his case at Transparent Hands. We need your contribution to provide him with a prosthetic arm that would change his life. This artificial arm will improve his self-esteem and confidence, allowing Muhammad Sarwar to engage in activities that are challenging without a prosthesis.

We urge you to come forward and donate generously. Your support will change Sarwar’s life.

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Muhammad Sarwar's Story

Muhammad Sarwar, a 35-year-old man from Okara, had a severe injury when his left arm was crushed in a fodder cutting machine. After a thorough examination, the doctors found that it was so badly crushed that they had to amputate it. The traumatic incident created several new challenges for Sarwar, leading to his increased dependence. To enhance Sarwar's mobility and functionality, his doctor recommended a prosthesis for his left arm, specifically a below-elbow model. However, he couldn’t afford the cost of the prosthesis.

Sarwar lives in a 2-marla house with one child and three dependents. He is the sole breadwinner for the family. Sarwar works as a teacher at a local madrassa, earning PKR 20,000 monthly. Due to financial difficulties, he was unable to afford this treatment. His limited income hardly covers the utility bills and grocery expenses.

Although Sarwar's family cared for him, there was no substitute for personal independence. In a desperate situation, Sarwar’s family contacted Transparent Hands and asked for assistance. After thoroughly investigating the case, we decided to register the case.

On 19th November 2024, Sarwar’s artificial arm was fitted at Hope Rehabilitation Centre, Lahore. Dr. Khalid Naz supervised this. When Sarwar used his prosthetic arm, he knew he would no longer have to live a dependent life. He immediately felt relieved and grateful.

Sarwar said: “I feel I have been given a second chance at life. I will no longer require someone’s support for my routine living. I have gone through very difficult times after the accident, but now I feel that my good days have started. I am grateful to everyone who helped.”

Sarwar proficiently uses his prosthetic arm now. He is physically more active and manages most of his daily routines. His family is extremely thankful to everyone who helped.

Muhammad Sarwar Needs an Artificial Limb