Only six days after he became a bilateral amputee in 2019, Simon Heaps began playing table tennis. He hasn’t stopped since. The 67-year-old from Milford on Sea, England, hopes to go all the way to the International Wheelchair and Amputee Sports World Games in...
When: March 10-11 Where: Westin Chicago Lombard Details: Friday, March 10, 7-8:30 p.m., Welcome Reception, Cypress Room Saturday, March 11, noon-5 p.m., Youth Empowerment Luncheon, Magnolia Room Agenda: Workshops, keynote speaker, giveaways, new YEP merch, selfie...
Reprinted with permission from AILM Medical. Stress … what is it? Having stress is common. It is your body’s natural response to a trigger, and it usually doesn’t last long. It’s typically transient and comes and goes. It’s like when you are worried about completing a...
Reprinted with permission from AILM Medical Even after all of the ups and downs, twists and turns of the previous years due to the pandemic and lockdowns, 2022 turned out to be a fantastic year. Our team at Ailm Medical is excited to enter 2023 with passion and...
Facts about emotional recovery. The process is ongoing, and it is difficult to predict. Losing a limb is life changing. This process affects nearly every aspect of life, from work and play to friends and family.
The holiday season is upon us. This time of year can be stressful for many, but mindful planning and setting realistic expectations for yourself can help make the holidays more enjoyable. In collaboration with Ailm Medical, the Amputee Coalition is hosting a series of...
Introduction Little is known about the more than 2.7 million people living with limb loss and limb difference (PwLL/LD) and their challenges accessing appropriate and quality care. This community experiences complex health needs, including the availability and quality...
This content was adapted from the Amputee Coalition Fact Sheet on Emotional Recovery, www.amputee‑coalition.org/resources/emotional‑recovery. Published September 2021. Accessed [June 15, 2022]. One of the Amputee Coalition’s main priorities is to provide amputees the...
By Jerrica Thurman Often, New Year’s resolutions focus on getting the body in shape and not the mind; but our body and mind are connected. Maintaining positive mental health is vital to living well. People living with limb loss or limb difference experience a range of...