Discovering Purpose In Trauma

Published on October 17, 2025

07/08/25

First Responder Wellness Podcast
From a 100-foot fall and life-threatening injuries to scaling El Capitan as the first amputee to summit in under 24 hours, Craig DeMartino’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and purpose. After choosing to amputate his leg to reclaim function, Craig rebuilt his life through adaptive climbing and mental health healing. Now a leader at Adaptive Adventures, he guides veterans and individuals with disabilities in finding identity and healing through the power of outdoor adventure. This episode dives deep into his accident, recovery, mindset, and mission to turn pain into purpose.

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