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“Jules Verne Therapy” Promotes Limb-Loss Recovery
Novelist Nick DiMartino's unusual path to limb-loss recovery became a book titled, "An Amputee's Guide to Jules Verne." Here's what he learned about life and limb loss from the 19th century French writer ...
From Accidental Tourist to Adaptive Travel Host
Christa Couture never dreamed she would host a TV travel show—or that the gig would teach her so much about accessibility. Here's what she's learned as the host of Postcards From ...
The Art of Adaptation
After decades as a regular prosthesis user, I lost my ability to walk and switched to a wheelchair. The change affected more than my mobility. It had a profound impact on my identity ...
Amputees With Diabetes: Living in the Shadows
Amputees who lost their limb to diabetes are barely visible on social media, so nondisabled Americans are getting an incomplete view of who amputees are and how they live ...
Love Don’t Come Easy for Amputees
Finding love is hard for everyone, especially for amputees. When I needed some insights about what makes for a successful relationship, I reached out to the experts: other amputees ...
When Will Mind-Controlled Prosthetics Reach Consumers?
Neuroprosthetic devices could transform amputees’ lives—if they ever escape the R&D dungeon. Read about the opportunities for progress, and the obstacles that keep these advanced devices off the market ...
Test-Case Scenarios Improve Amputee Care
Ever wondered how to find projects that are actively recruiting amputee subjects? Here's how to decide which studies are good fits for you, how to connect with research teams, and how to guarantee your privacy ...
’Tis Better to Give
Want to give an amputee a holiday gift like mobility, friendship, fitness, emotional strength, or the freedom to thrive? Support the nonprofits that help make it happen ...
