m3racer.com~~ Ryan, 26 a right above knee amputee. He tells his story about his motorcylce accident taking his leg and how he has overcome the obstacles that have been laid before him. His website has video clips of him putting on his AK Prosthetic to help other AK's that might need to see it. Other video clips of his therapy sessions, him walking down stairs and a few others. He also has a section about exercises that would benefit an amputee that he learned during his therapy that he does even now after his therapy is over. There are pictures, other links to amputee sites, and several articles to read about other amputees as well. His site is really inspirational and worth taking a look at. Stop by and see for yourself.
Cameron Clapp
~~ A very inspirational teenage triple amputee. Cameron Clapp was 15 years old on September 15th 2001 when his entire life changed for him; he was run over by a train, resulting in the loss of 3 of his limbs. He lost both legs above the knee and one arm. However, he has not given up on living his life. Click on his link and see how Cameron enjoys participating in disabled athletic events such as swimming and running and in doing so has earned himself 4 gold medals. He is an inspiration to many.
Dave Barr
~~ An amazing man that I have personally spoken with! Visit this site and see how he, despite the loss of both of his legs from a mine explosion in 1981, has accomplished so much in his life. He has ridden his Harley around the world~~crossed the Sahara, the Namib and the Gobi deserts and circled the continent of Australia as well as negiotiated the Andes during their avalanche season! He is in my eyes a very amazing person! Don't miss out, on the experiences that I have endured by visiting this site!!
Limbs For Life Foundation
~~ This is the organization that has helped myself with some funding towards my prosthetic! It is an organization that is able to help other fellow amputees as well! Visit this link and see what they are about!!
Amputee Coalition of America (ACA)
~~ Has the latest information, articles and hot topics related to amputees and those dealing with the effects of limb loss. More known as National Limb Loss Information Center that is an information clearinghouse that provides comprehensive resources for people with limb loss, as well as their families, friends, and the health care professionals involved with their lives. Take a look and see if this site can help you!!
Dana Bowman
~~ A double amputee that David has personally met!! Dana became the first double amputee to re-enlist in the United States Army. He has also has been featured in magazines such as Sports Illustrated, Reader’s Digest, People and many more. There have also been numerous television programs which focused on Dana and his story. Some of the programs include: Dateline, A Current Affair, Real TV, NBC and more!! Click this link to see more on Dana Bowman!!
Heather Mills McCartney
~~ Became a below the knee amputee in 1993 due to a road accident. Despite the fact she was a single amputee in December of 2001 Heather Mills McCartney did return to her modeling career with a difference!! Visit her website to read about her story and her accomplishments!!
~~ A website that was created to help woman amputees who are facing this life changing ordeal. It includes links like; Home, About Me, Travel, About It, Back 2 Work, Chat Info, Chat Room, Coping, Dedication, Devotees, Disability, Drawing, Do It Again, Featured Site, Financial, Guestbook, News, Links,
Interviews, Medicare, Journal, Msg. Board, Merchants, Mobility, Newbies, No. Carolina, O.P. Edge, Pets, Phantom Pain, Prosthetists, Prosy Links, Social Security, Strengthening, Support, Support Groups,
Tips N' Tricks, Used Prosy, Walking, What's New, Not Alone, Your Rights, Withdrawals and much more!! Come see this site for Woman amputees!!
Amputee Website
~~ This site has information on prosthetic components and such as well as a link to phantom sensation and pain, to help us deal with our "ghostly" yet very real pains we encounter!! Also includes a link to The Amputee Newswire the most updated source of amputee news on line!! Click here to subscribe to this and get all the up to date news!!
Stumps R Us
~~ "A Whimsical Support Group of Cheerful Cripples Who Can Answer almost ANY question you might have about life without one, two, three or four limbs" They have Medical Information;Reference Links;Gimpy Magazine;Jokes and Humor and so much more!! Drop in and take a look at this site!!
Amputee Resource Center (ARC)
~~ Information for amputees and support group leaders!! ARC is an outgrowth of the Western Amputee Support Alliance (WASA). The WASA website was established In October, 1997, as a place to post written information of interest to people with amputations, and referrals to amputee support groups in the Western United States. There is also some links to books that were written by authors on how to deal with amputations and many situations as to the amputatee life style!!
Hanger Prosthetics
~~ This is where David and I have our prosthetics from! Check this link out!! Learn about this company and it's equipment as well!! Provides advanced techniques, designs and components to ensure its custom prosthetic and orthotic devices promote exceptional levels of fit and function to assist all people in reaching their highest level of independence.
HemiPelvectomy and Hip-Disarticulation
~~ Web site specifically dedicated to the high pelvic levels of amputation, HemiPelvectomy and Hip-Disarticulation. The site includes: Home; Support Network; About the Web Author; Physical Fitness; Walking; Prosthetics; Options to Prosthetics; Helpful Hints; Feedback; and Links!!
National Amputee Foundation
~~ A resource for veteran and civilian amputees. Its services include: legal counsel, vocational guidance and placement, social activities, liaison with outside groups, psychological aid, and training in the use of prosthetic devices!!
Yahoo Group Online
~~ A place where amputees and their families can seek support and advice. Discussions include but are not limited to prosthetics/ assisted devices, amputee related problems/ questions and issues that effect our lives as amputees. We can also have some fun. It will be a safe place, where spirited debate of issues are tolerated, without resorting to sarcastic personal attacks and sniping to "make" ones point.
Now just because I have given a link to Hanger Prosthetics does Not mean that I recommend them to every one!! They just happen to be the company that best suited myself as well as David!! There are many Prosthetic Co. out there in many areas and what we do recommend is that you go with a company and a prosthethesis that you are most comfortable with! The prosthetic will become a part of who you are and will be with you for the rest of your life! You have to make sure that you are comfortable with who you work as a person in the company with as well as the equipment you are working with!! Always keep that in mind when you are looking for your prosthetic!!
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