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Speaking to another amputee can make a real difference to your recovery and ease your concerns. We call this type of assistance Peer Support.

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Following surgery, you will need time to recover. It is also a time to set goals about your journey ahead. Here, we help to guide you through the process to navigate your pathways forward.

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Effectively managing your short and long term health will lead to better outcomes and prevent future problems.

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Getting the right kind of prosthesis to suit your lifestyle needs and daily level of activity is important.

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People are often concerned about the costs involved in getting a prosthesis. In Australia, there are a number of different funding schemes and it can be easy to get confused and to know what you are eligible for.

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Advancements in prosthetic technology.

Funding and prosthetics

Advancements in prosthetic technology.
Prosthetic technology has advanced considerably in the last 20 years, enabling people to live 'normal,' active lives.

Some recent developments have seen devices which can serve to prevent falls and make walking in the community much easier and safer for the end-user.

Sadly, funding restrictions on amputees over 65 years of age and therefore ineligible for support via the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) mean that for many, they are restricted to outdated technology which doesn't help people to live independently in their home, participate in community or contribute to the Australian economy. 

Limbs 4 Life wants to see all governments fund individuals with the most appropriate prosthetics, enabling them to live active and fulfilled lives. 

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