"Also, if you are interested in speaking with an AMPOWER peer mentor over the phone or in person, please fill out the Peer Visit Request Form at this link http://www.hangerclinic.com/new-patient/ampower/Pages/AMPOWER-Peer-Visitor-Request-Form.aspx
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Control Ottobock App with Siri
Started by frank blackston in General on Saturday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
hi everyone, curious if anyone has any luck controlling the Ottobock Cockpit app with Siri. sometimes I have to switch modes a lot and pulling the phone out, pulling up the app, switching modes, etc can add up. Its a first world problem, I know. And…Continue
Looking for male amputees near me
Started by Jeff Lamson in General. Last reply by Jillian Okimoto Jan 11. 1 Reply 0 Likes
HiMy name is Jeff and I just had BKA done on 12/30/20. I am looking for men who have had the same thing done and can help me & my family through this new journey. I live in Bay Village, OH, which is suburb of Cleveland, OH. Please email me at…Continue
Greetings!
Started by Cody Bright in General. Last reply by Kyle Leister Jan 12. 1 Reply 1 Like
My name is Cody and I've been a bilateral amputee (missing right arm and pieces of both legs/feet) since June 2016. Physically there is nothing i can't do in my eyes, but mentally I've fallen into a really deep hole and I'm hoping this community can…Continue
Snowboarding with MPK?
Started by frank blackston in Health and Exercise. Last reply by Carrie Davis Dec 2, 2020. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hi everyone. new amp as of April 2019. I am ready to get back on the snow this year! To that end, I didnt know if I could use my C-Leg to snowboard. I know my prosthetist would need to put in 'mode' for this. Has anyone tried this? and if so, what…Continue
How has COVID-19 impacted YOU?
Started by Kyle Leister in General Nov 19, 2020. 0 Replies 2 Likes
During COVID-19 restrictions, many individuals with amputation may have been unable to access care, resulting in stress and anxiety. Our research group at Syracuse University is conducting a study aimed at investigating the impact of…Continue
Tags: Survey, Health, Activity/Mental, Physical, COVID-19
Adaptive Sport Programs in Riverside County, California
Started by Michael Rosenkrantz in General Nov 16, 2020. 0 Replies 2 Likes
Come and join Palms to Pines Parasports and Desert Recreation District and the City of Riverside in playing sports. Contact me at pppmiker@palmstopinesparasports.org for more information or go to our website palmstopinesparasports.orgContinue
Stay Motivated
Started by Sean R. Harrison in Self Esteem / Body Image. Last reply by Sean R. Harrison Nov 13, 2020. 1 Reply 0 Likes
" #staymotivated There is nothing you can't do once you decide you want it bad enough."…Continue
Virtual Walk for Disability Employment Month
Started by Lisa Willis in General. Last reply by Lisa Willis Oct 18, 2020. 1 Reply 1 Like
Hello All,October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Join us for a virtual walk/run on October 26-31, 2020. For more details and registration, use the hastag #sradisabilitywalk2020 and link to eventbrite.com.Continue
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"There are many places within the site that you might like to check out right away. First – check out the events calendar for amputee events near you – plus – if you know of an event, you can add it to the calendar for all in the…"
"Hello Wayne. There are MANY people in your situation. I hope you can engage here and connect with people who “get it”. You can also request a peer visit. I’ll provide you with a link. Welcome to our Empowering Amputees online…"
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