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Working in Rugged Alaska
It’s not uncommon for someone recovering from limb loss to feel concerned—or even depressed—about his or her employment prospects when returning to an old job or seeking a new one.<!--
Enjoying Adaptive Winter Sports: Things You Need to Know
Decades ago, it would have been almost impossible for an amputee to ski or play hockey. Not anymore. Today, nearly any winter sport can be adapted for amputees. What’s even
Standing Tall: Striving to Regain My Identity
A person’s identity plays a vital role in his or her life. I am a 62-year-old bilateral amputee who, after 63 orthopedic operations, has relied on my athletic identity to
LIVING WITH AMPLITUDE
Free Rides Could Lead to Better Health Outcomes
Better access to on-demand transportation could help older adults miss fewer medical appointments and reduce their social isolation to improve their overall health, suggests a study published in The Journal of mHealth by
Only 10 Percent of Politicians Have a Disability: That’s a Gap in Representation
In the first quantitative study of disability among American politicians, Rutgers University researchers found that an estimated 10.3 percent of elected officials serving in federal, state, and local government—a total of
Clothing Solutions to Help You Enjoy Winter Fun
Winter offers a plethora of outdoor activities—but only if you can stay warm and comfortable in the right gear. We gathered up a few suggestions to help make dressing for
An Interview With Tom Carlson, Support Group Founder
Tom Carlson is the founder of the Amputee Support Group of Tri-Cities, TN. He is a right below-knee amputee due to an infection in his foot. Following is our conversation with
PTSD Doesn’t Just Affect Veterans
Research shows that individuals who suffer with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have experienced severe trauma at some point in their lives. Although many believe that PTSD is a mental health condition
A Man’s LEGacy: The Chronicles of Bill Zabelny
Book by Bill Zabelny, CMP After suffering a debilitating injury as a boy, Bill Zabelny prepared to fight the challenges ahead. In this book, he discusses his life, the loss
Mark Your Calendar! The Paralympic Games Are Coming
The 2020 Summer Paralympics will be held in Tokyo, August 25-September 6. Get ready to watch elite athletes with disabilities compete in the following 22 Paralympic sports: archery, athletics, badminton, boccia,
Using a Wearable Device to Exercise More? Adding Competition Might Improve Results
While using a wearable device alone may not always be enough to motivate more exercise, adding fun and competition can help drive real results, according to a new study from researchers
Free Rides Could Lead to Better Health Outcomes
Better access to on-demand transportation could help older adults miss fewer medical appointments and reduce their social isolation to improve their overall health, suggests a study published in The Journal of mHealth by
Only 10 Percent of Politicians Have a Disability: That’s a Gap in Representation
In the first quantitative study of disability among American politicians, Rutgers University researchers found that an estimated 10.3 percent of elected officials serving in federal, state, and local government—a total of
Clothing Solutions to Help You Enjoy Winter Fun
Winter offers a plethora of outdoor activities—but only if you can stay warm and comfortable in the right gear. We gathered up a few suggestions to help make dressing for
An Interview With Tom Carlson, Support Group Founder
Tom Carlson is the founder of the Amputee Support Group of Tri-Cities, TN. He is a right below-knee amputee due to an infection in his foot. Following is our conversation with
PTSD Doesn’t Just Affect Veterans
Research shows that individuals who suffer with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have experienced severe trauma at some point in their lives. Although many believe that PTSD is a mental health condition
A Man’s LEGacy: The Chronicles of Bill Zabelny
Book by Bill Zabelny, CMP After suffering a debilitating injury as a boy, Bill Zabelny prepared to fight the challenges ahead. In this book, he discusses his life, the loss
Mark Your Calendar! The Paralympic Games Are Coming
The 2020 Summer Paralympics will be held in Tokyo, August 25-September 6. Get ready to watch elite athletes with disabilities compete in the following 22 Paralympic sports: archery, athletics, badminton, boccia,
Using a Wearable Device to Exercise More? Adding Competition Might Improve Results
While using a wearable device alone may not always be enough to motivate more exercise, adding fun and competition can help drive real results, according to a new study from researchers
