Characters With Amputations Play Leading Roles in How to Train Your Dragon
While amputees work in almost every field, even in such demanding jobs as police officers, soldiers, and firefighters, one has ...
Teen Surprised With Bionic Arms at Film Premiere
Bionic limb company Open Bionics, Bristol, United Kingdom, has teamed up with director James Cameron and his new blockbuster, Alita: ...
LIMB LOSS RESOURCE GUIDE
This practical guide for preparing for, adapting to, and living with limb loss provides current, in-depth information about:
- Healthcare team selection
- Postoperative care
- Physical rehabilitation
- Emotional adjustment
- Pain management
- Peer support
- Adaptations for home and work
- Prosthetic devices, fitting, and adjustments
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U.S. Healthcare Spending Highest Among Developed Countries
The United States, on a per capita basis, spends much more on healthcare than other developed countries; the chief reason ...
Weakened Brain Structure May Cause Phantom Limb Sensation
According to a recent study, after a person has limb amputation, the areas of his or her brain responsible for ...
New Prosthetic Hand Provides Proprioception
Researchers have developed a next-generation prosthetic hand that allows people with amputations to regain proprioception. The results of the study, ...
Amputee Coalition President, CEO Retiring
The Amputee Coalition and Jack Richmond, CPOA, CFo, announced his retirement from the role of president and CEO. Richmond, who ...
