Amputation and Your Mental Health
This year, Bell Let’s Talk Day will be in January 29, 2020. It is the largest single corporate commitment to...
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New Year. New You.
The new year is a very exciting time for many people. The start of a new year provides a great...
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Your Prosthetics and Enjoying the Water this Summer!
With the weather warming up, beach and swimming pool season is just around the corner and we’ve prepared some “amputee...
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April Limb Loss Awareness Month – In Review
A study conducted in 2016 found that there are approximately 300 thousand adult Canadians affected by limb loss. In the...
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Declaring April as Limb Loss Awareness Month
The Amputee Coalition of Toronto is declaring April as Limb Loss Awareness Month to observe, share and celebrate individual stories...
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Surviving the Winter Months
A post for amputees wearing a prosthetic in the winter. Although there is not much snow on the ground, winter...
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Going Somewhere? Travel Tips for Amputees Part 4: Your Hotel
We're hoping that you have landed safely now en route to your hotel, resort or Air B&B. We recommend that...
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Travel Tips for Amputees Part 3: At the Gate and In the Air
Now that you've made it through security, you are at the gate and ready for your flight. A lot of...
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Prosthetic Liners – Cleaning and Maintenance Tips
Cleaning your prosthetic liners should become part of your daily hygiene routine. Regular cleaning of anything touching your skin is an easy and effective way to keep your limb healthy.
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Going Somewhere? Travel Tips for Amputees Part 2: TSA
Prosthesis checked. Bags packed. Medical bag in tow. Ride to the airport booked. And now you are at the airport...
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