Phantom limb pain is one of the most common experiences among people who experience limb loss. But half of those who report phantom pain do not receive treatment or find relief from the pain and discomfort, making phantom limb pain a chronic pain condition that needs to be addressed.
This list has 50 simple, pay it forward ideas (with printable) to help you participate in the pay it forward movement without ever wondering, "what can I do?"
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https://vimeo.com/252670737Below the knee amputees have to jockey their way around even for normal tasks, making things difficult in the daily grind. Taking a s
Exercise for amputees that will improve core strength/stability, improve overall balance and will help improve overall posture.
Instructional video for lower limb amputees on standing motor control, including: initial standing positional awareness, weight shifts, step-taps.0:23 - Term...
Amputations - Free download as PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read online for free. This document provides guidance on rehabilitation for people with limb amputations. It covers causes of amputation like disease, trauma and congenital deformities. It discusses levels of amputation and prevention strategies. The document also gives information on pre and post-operative care like pain management, dressings, skin care and exercises. Prosthetic training is outlined including parts of lower and upper limb prosthetics. Guidance is provided on self-care, transfers and mobility without and with prosthetics. Considerations for children with amputations are also included. The manual aims to support healthcare workers and people experiencing amputation through the rehabilitation process.
Amputee stories are great resources for ideas for things amputees need. For bilateral amputees, quads or singles, this list goes above...plus a story.
Amputation is never easy. So, we created this guide to help new amputees learn how to adjust & explain what happens in the different stages of this life-changing surgery.
Today, we're going to unravel the mystery of the MTHFR gene mutation and its connection to ADHD. Sounds like something straight out of a superhero comic, right? We're going to dive into what the heck
Finding out I had an MTHFR mutation saved the life of my son. Knowing sooner would have saved my preemie son and daughter. Can you afford to not know about this common gene mutation?
Bedsores and Preventing it
Exercise for amputees that helps improve foot placement at heel strike and improves overall stability in the socket. It also helps preserve center or balanc...
Being a quadruple amputee requires a lot of behind the scenes assistance in order to be successful. This amputee shares her amputee life.
