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Getting Into the Swim of Things
Prosthetic limbs and water generally don’t go together. Neither do stereotypical “beach bod” images and limb difference. Here are one amputee’s tips for enjoying
Amputee Stars Shine on Forbes Accessibility List
Last week Forbes released its inaugural Accessibility 100. The list included about a dozen people and organizations that focus primarily on limb loss; you’ve
Targeted MN Legislators Were Staunch Amputee Allies
John Hoffman, who was critically wounded in a politically motivated attack, was the lead sponsor of Minnesota’s amputee-friendly So EveryBODY Can Move legislation.<!-- AddThis
Amputee Skywalker Discovers the Joys of Highlining
Two amputees and three other people with disabilities gathered in Moab last weekend to try highlining with the world-renowned Faith Dickey. The results were
Getting Into the Swim of Things
Prosthetic limbs and water generally don’t go together. Neither do stereotypical “beach bod” images and limb difference. Here are one amputee’s tips for enjoying the water this summer.
Amputee Stars Shine on Forbes Accessibility List
Last week Forbes released its inaugural Accessibility 100. The list included about a dozen people and organizations that focus primarily on limb loss; you’ve read about most of them in Amplitude.
Targeted MN Legislators Were Staunch Amputee Allies
John Hoffman, who was critically wounded in a politically motivated attack, was the lead sponsor of Minnesota’s amputee-friendly So EveryBODY Can Move legislation.
Amputee Skywalker Discovers the Joys of Highlining
Two amputees and three other people with disabilities gathered in Moab last weekend to try highlining with the world-renowned Faith Dickey. The results were nothing short of spectacular.
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White House Seeks to Eliminate Funds for Amputee Programs
In the budget request it submitted last week, the White House asked Congress to eliminate funding for the National Limb Loss Resource Center, one of the
The Amputee Who Created New York City
A Dutch amputee governed colonial Manhattan in the 17th century, transforming it from a sleepy port into a brash commercial hub in less than 20 years.
Prosthetic Insurance Reform for Amputees
Amputee advocates have insurance reform down to a science. Here are the latest state-by-state updates for this year’s slate of So EveryBODY Can Move legislation. <!--
Socket Stickers: Prosthetic Art for Amputees on a Budget
Ever since she acquired her first prosthesis, Kim Ousley has tried different ways to jazz up the socket. She has found that stickers make for the
Prosthetic Insurance Reform for Amputees
Amputee advocates have insurance reform down to a science. Here are the latest state-by-state updates for this year’s slate of So
The Overlay: Comfort and Precision for Prosthetics
For many prosthetic users, managing limb volume changes throughout the day can be a constant struggle.
White House Seeks to Eliminate Funds for Amputee Programs
In the budget request it submitted last week, the White House asked Congress to eliminate funding for the National Limb Loss Resource Center, one of the only federal funding streams earmarked for amputees.
The Amputee Who Created New York City
A Dutch amputee governed colonial Manhattan in the 17th century, transforming it from a sleepy port into a brash commercial hub in less than 20 years. Can you name him?
Prosthetic Insurance Reform for Amputees
Amputee advocates have insurance reform down to a science. Here are the latest state-by-state updates for this year’s slate of So
Socket Stickers: Prosthetic Art for Amputees on a Budget
Ever since she acquired her first prosthesis, Kim Ousley has tried different ways to jazz up the socket. She has found
Prosthetic Insurance Reform for Amputees
Amputee advocates have insurance reform down to a science. Here are the latest state-by-state updates for this year’s slate of So
The Overlay: Comfort and Precision for Prosthetics
For many prosthetic users, managing limb volume changes throughout the day can be a constant struggle. Ethnocare’s Overlay changes the game by offering an innovative, easy-to-use solution that brings comfort, precision, and freedom back to everyday life.
The Overlay: Comfort and Precision for Prosthetics
For many prosthetic users, managing limb volume changes throughout the day can be a constant struggle. Ethnocare’s Overlay changes the game by offering an innovative, easy-to-use solution that brings comfort, precision, and freedom back to everyday life.
