Do you use a transfemoral prosthesis? Have you ever wanted to visit a research lab and try out a new prosthesis that provides power to help with activities like going up stairs or ramps? Researchers at the Center for Bionic Medicine at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab are...
Dr. Aviram Giladi, Research Director at the Curtis National Hand Center (CNHC), began enrollment for the center’s exciting new Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interface (RPNI) study in 2022 with a goal of establishing a viable option for relieving neuroma pain in...
Have you lost an upper limb? Are you interested in sensory feedback and proprioception with prosthesis control? Researchers at the Cleveland VA Medical Center invite you to participate in a research study aimed at advancing prosthetics for those living with limb loss....
Author: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development, Office of Communications Image Credit: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development, Office of Communications More than 5.6 million people...
By Sean Samitt, CPhT, ASHP As we recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month I’d like to focus on some advice and reminders that have helped me throughout my own journey. A disclaimer: if you think you aren’t in the best of headspaces, that is okay. Things here...
By JaNae Fowler, Healthcare Partners and Underserved Communities Manager At the Amputee Coalition, we're committed to empowering individuals facing limb loss and/or limb difference by providing comprehensive support and resources throughout their recovery journey. Our...
Since 1948, every year on April 7th, people worldwide come together to celebrate World Health Day. This occasion, spearheaded by the World Health Organization (WHO), raises awareness about critical health challenges and mobilizes efforts to promote better health for...
In February, we immerse ourselves in the warmth of love while also dedicating this time to recognizing the vital element that keeps us thriving – our heart. Maintaining a healthy heart is the best way we can show up for ourselves and others, especially during American...
Sepsis Alliance is pleased to release a new survey report: The Healthcare C-Suite AMR Market Report: What Executives Think About Rising Risks of Superbugs and the Next Pandemic. The new research in this report, which was conducted by healthcare consultancy Sage Growth...
The Amputee Coalition recently signed on to the Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities’ (CCD) comment letter on the proposed rule to establish nurse staffing standards for long-term care facilities. Having well-staffed facilities and a supported workforce is...