"Hello everyone. I am a very active bolow elbow and below knee amputee. In the past, I tried an active vacuum (v-hold black) but switched out of that system due to how easily it broke down. The last 2 legs I've had was a pin system. I enjoy…"
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AmpSurf, East Coast/West Coast
July 15, 2017 from 8am to 1pm – York Beach, Maine
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PEER Visitor Training Certification, Amputee Coalition of America
July 22, 2017 from 8am to 4pm – Clarion Hotel
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First Annual Maine Amputee Open Golf Tournament
July 24, 2017 to July 25, 2017 – Falmouth Country Club, Falmouth, Maine
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2017 Amputee Coalition Conference
August 3, 2017 to August 5, 2017 – The Galt House Hotel
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Little Things Mean So Much !
Started by Diane Gelinas in Self Esteem / Body Image. Last reply by Diane Gelinas 4 hours ago. 4 Replies 4 Likes
For the last year I have put my poor body through so much. Sometimes I have focused on what I can't do that I forget what I am able to do, and little accomplishments that I have made. These forward steps may seem trivial to some, but to me they just…Continue
First Prostethic Tomorrow
Started by Barry Friedman in General. Last reply by Sandra A. Eslin on Saturday. 8 Replies 3 Likes
So tomorrow, I will be getting my first ever prosthetic leg. While I am very happy to finally start the process of learning to walk again, I'm so nervous about the physical therapy. I'm hoping that it's not going to be as hard as I expect it to, but…Continue
Research Study on UE
Started by Carrie Davis Resource Mgr in Overcoming challenges of upper extremity amputation. Last reply by Bud Talbot on Friday. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Nationwide research survey for upper extremity amputees who have used a prosthetic device being conducted by masters of occupational therapy students at Eastern Michigan UniversityIf you have an upper extremity amputation, are over the age of 18,…Continue
Folliculitis
Started by David Patterson in General on Friday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I'm a nurse working 12 hour days. I'm having folliculitis issues from time to time and not sure what I can do if anything at work tonminimize this
Typing with one hand?
Started by Sophie Yu in General. Last reply by Sophie Yu Jun 16. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hi everyone, I recently became a right arm above elbow amputee. Prior to my injury I had a desk job that involved a lot of work on Excel and Word. I'm thinking about returning to work and am wondering if you have suggestions on how to handle the…Continue
Skin Care of new Limb
Started by Sandra A. Eslin in General. Last reply by Wolf Schweitzer Jun 13. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Would anyone have some advice on skin care of a new residual limb. I now have a compression sock on to prepare for the next step and I find near the incision some dry skin. I read not to put lotions or creams on it so what can I use? Continue
Cheetah Xplore Junior
Started by Paula Free in General Jun 11. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Hi Everyone,I am an adult and I weigh almost 100 Lbs sometimes. I already run, and I will be getting a Cheetah Xplore Junior soon. I'm so excited!!!Can any one give me there personal experience running with this foot?I can run 5 to 6 miles now but I…Continue
Hand Amputee - Looking for Adaptive products
Started by Carol Brockmeyer in Thriving with multiple limb loss Jun 1. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Have a friend that recently became a quadruple amputee within a few days. She is doing well, but her family is looking for a cup that can be strapped to her residual arm so that she can drink by herself. I have looked all over the web, but just…Continue
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Willamette Valley Group
We are a group dedicated to living life to the fullest. We believe in supporting and uplifting each other through supportive discussions, community enrichment, and member interactions. Weather you are a recent amputee or not we encourage you to join…See More
Diane Gelinas replied to Diane Gelinas's discussion Little Things Mean So Much !"I think our smiles are mutual (insert smiley face!). It sounds like you are very lucky to have a great support system. I do too, but live by myself. As much as they can try to understand what is going on with my head and body they really can't.…"
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