Amputations
An amputation is the removal of a limb - such as an arm or a leg - surgically or due to trauma (such as a car accident, industrial accident, or war injury). Other conditions, such as diabetes, can also lead to amputations, for example, leg amputation. Life after an amputation, however, is about more than adjusting to sensations such as phantom limb loss and going through physical rehabilitation. Read about making good prosthesis choices, dealing with pain, skin management, and a broad range of adaptive fitness options, as well.
A video story from Inside Edition about Jessica Cox, a licensed pilot who was born without arms. Watch as she makes a perfect landing using her feet.
John Register, amputee, Paralympian, and motivational speaker speaks about choosing to amputate.
Jesse Horn, Jackson Hole native, shows what snowboarding with no legs looks like--just try and keep up.
Hand Cyclist Alejandro Albor wins the wheelchair division of the LA Marathon and gives advice to other athletes in the disability community.
Videos
New Prosthetic Changes Lives for Upper Amputees
Check out this new prosthesis developed by Dean Kamen and DEKA Research for returning amputee veterans. Drawing inspiration from the sophisticated technology seen in the Star Wars films, the "Luke Arm" is incredibly...
John Siciliano Shows Off His Prosthetic Friends
John Siciliano, actor, amputee, and Paralympian runs through his prosthetics for running, water sports, and climbing.
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Hand Cyclist Alejandro Albor Wins the Miami Marathon
Hand cyclist Alejandro Albor takes another marathon first at the Miami Marathon's wheelchair division. He also discusses the attempted suicide that landed him in his wheelchair.
Jessica Cox on What it Means to be "Disabled"
Jessica Cox shares words of wisdom on her life as a woman born without arms, and her perspective on people being able to accomplish anything.
