Limbs 4 Life News

Areas of interest

There is an urban myth that plastic lids can be melted down to make prosthetic limbs. This is not true!

Research and evaluation

Expression of Interest - Phantom Limb Pain Consumer Group

Areas of interest

During Covid lockdown, I spent a lot of time in the park. Everybody in my suburb was in Fleming Park, near my place.

Health

Taking charge of your health

Research and evaluation

If you are a lower limb amputee, aged 18+ and you would like to share your experiences, we would love to hear from you!

Health

Dramatic new report for key not-for-profit reveals the number of amputees in Australia by 2050 will have – in essence – doubled!

Peer Support

Register your interest to attend our information sessions

Health

This resource will help people to make more informed decisions about partial foot amputation due to peripheral arterial disease.

Going through an amputation is a significant change and adjustment to one’s life and there is only so much preparation you can do.

Glenn Bedwell speaks of his journey with osseointegration including the positives, negatives and everything in between.

Peer Support Volunteer John Keighran shares his insights into navigating the My Aged Care system.

With cancer at 11 years of age, leukemia at age 17 followed by an amputation, Angus has been dealt with his fair share of health challenges.

Health

In part one of this article, we look at healthy eating tips for people with limb loss and how what you eat can affect you.

Areas of interest

John Keighran shares his story of amputation, so that others living with diabetes can be sure to keep an eye on any bodily changes.

Funding and prosthetics

Communication is important and the time you spend with your prosthetic provider is valuable, so use the time wisely.

Research and evaluation

Imagine a life socket-free using bionic solutions: appealing and promising prospect, isn’t it?

Recreation and leisure

Yoga is a must for amputees wanting to reclaim their health and wellness after limb loss!

Research and evaluation

You are invited to take part in a study exploring how sports participation impacts identity in people who have experienced a limb amputation

Funding and prosthetics

Limbs 4 Life is seeking feedback from Tasmanian amputees about your experiences with supports and services there.

Research and evaluation

At the University of Bath, we are working on developing a system to help you better control upper limb prostheses.