Working a physically taxing job can make it hard to distinguish aches and pains from a serious problem. In one man’s case, it took the loss of movement in his leg to realize this wasn’t just another backache. This is Progress Notes. On Progress Notes, we share the inspirational stories of individuals who have overcome serious health issues. Today, we tell the story of Doug Clifton, a construction worker who suffered from a cancerous tumor on his spine. Subscribe to Progress Notes to receive new episodes as they are released.