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Rochester NY Amputee Support Group
November 7, 2019 from 5pm to 7pm – Hanger Clinic
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Triton 1c61 VS Triton with Delta Twist
Started by Michael Harper in Socket fit / comfort / design / function / components on Saturday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I've been using Otto Bock's Triton feet combined with the Delta Twist for the last 8 years. I'm I am looking at getting a new set of legs with new feet and am curious to know if anyone has moved from this combo to the Triton 1C61 foot which is…Continue
Clothing Ques for Upper Limb Amputees
Started by Cheri Smith in General. Last reply by June DiStefano, Nat'l Coord. on Tuesday. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hi,Now that the weather is getting cooler, what do you do about altering long sleeve shirts for upper extremity? I do not wear a full arm bc of the weight but do have a shoulder piece to help support clothing. Trying to decide whether to alter the…Continue
How to treat callouses on my stump
Started by Kim Jolly in General. Last reply by Kim Jolly Oct 8. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hi!Earlier this week, I tried posting a question; I'm pretty sure I did it incorrectly. Tech isn't my friend at times!I'm a RBK of 33 years, so I've been around the block multiple times and have experienced quite a lot of different issues. At this…Continue
A Note from your AMPOWER Administrative Team
Started by Johsa Smith, Central Zone Leader in General Sep 23. 0 Replies 4 Likes
Hello AMPOWER Members,It was recently brought to our attention, through the “Report an Issue” link, that some members had received an unwelcome solicitation from another member in the community.As you know, our Administration Team works diligently…Continue
What to do if I am not getting therapies?
Started by Zulema in General. Last reply by DIANA DAVIS Oct 8. 6 Replies 0 Likes
What to do if I am not getting therapy for the past couple months at all due to my insurance? I would love to walk again. I am an RAK amputee. I am doing what I can at home, but it's not enough.Continue
What to do if I am not getting therapies?
Started by Zulema in General Sep 22. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Looking for people near me to meet that are amputees. I myself am an amputee AK. Need a little bit of a push. I am very positive and strong. Don't really know anyone who is an amputee.Continue
Has ANYone heard of the company: Prosthetic Care Facility of Virginia?
Started by Steven D Baker (JB) in General Aug 24. 0 Replies 1 Like
I'm curious, has anyone heard of this company: Prosthetic Care Facility of Virginia, in Leesberg, Virginia and their Prosthetic program called Destination Prosthetics? I ask because upon visiting their website I see that they offer a full service…Continue
I Want The Same Prosthetic As A World Class Athlete.
Started by Steven D Baker (JB) in General. Last reply by Paul Selph, East Zone Leader Aug 30. 11 Replies 1 Like
I am once again pissed about my prosthetic. WHY?? Because I continue to see things on instagram, Facebook and other places that cater to us amputees, shouting the progress and accomplishments of other amputees who happen to be doing things I want to…Continue
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