Amputation Research Resources
Able Data
ABLEDATA is a federally funded project whose primary mission is to provide information on assistive technology and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources to consumers, organizations, professionals, and caregivers within the United States. The ABLEDATA database contains information on more than 30,000 assistive technology products (over 20,000 of which are currently available); detailed descriptions of each product including price and company information; and information on non-commercial prototypes, customized and one-of-a-kind products, and do-it-yourself designs. Note: ABLEDATA does not produce, distribute or sell any of the products listed on the database, but they will provide you with information on how to contact manufacturers or distributors of these products. They also do not produce any type of catalog.
URL: http://www.abledata.com/
Advanced Arm Dynamics, Inc.
Advanced Arm Dynamics is the nation’s leading provider of upper-extremity prostheses while offering a comprehensive approach to patient care and providing advanced technology to improve prosthetic function and comfort. Psychological counseling and insurance assistance services are available.
URL: http://www.armdynamics.com/home.html
Active Amp
ActiveAmp is the online connection for amputees with an active lifestyle.
URL: http://www.activeamp.org/
American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists
The American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists offers products & services as well as articles and the latest news. Find here a global resource for orthotics and prosthetics information.
URL: http://www.oandp.org/
American Physical Therapy Association
The American Physical Therapy Association offers a list of publications of interest to parents and educators of handicapped children.
URL: http://www.apta.org/
Amputee Center
The Amputee Treatment Center, Batavia, New York, provides patient services, information on the patented Pump It Up! TM Socket design, helpful links and a forum for amputees to exchange information. The forum has provided information to amputees around the world and is free of charge to registered users. The forum, hosted by Amputee Treatment Center since 1997, is monitored daily by many dedicated volunteers from around the world.
URL: http://www.amputee-center.com/
Amputee Coalition of America
[From the site:] The Amputee Coalition of America is a national non-profit organization providing extensive resources, peer support, outreach and education to individual amputees, amputee caregivers, limb loss professionals and those dealing with the effects of limb loss.
URL: http://www.amputee-coalition.org/
Amputee and Disability Resource Directory for Canadian Amputees
The Amputee and Disability Resource Directory of Canada offers the Amputee Phantom Pain Support Group, amputee-centric stories, photos, activities, music, news and more for the active or new amputee.
URL: http://www.amputee.ca/
Amputee News
Amputee News is a bare-bones site with news (organized by date) about amputees, for amputees and by amputees.
URL: http://amputeenews.com/default.aspx
Amputee Support at Stumps R Us
Stumps.org, officially Stumps R Us, is an amputee support site that uses humor to deliver its message. From the site: "A Whimsical Support Group of Cheerful Cripples Who Can Answer almost ANY question you might have about life without one, two, three or four limbs"
URL: http://www.stumps.org/
Amputee Website
AmputeeOnline.com is an online magazine that includes a Forum, information on prosthetics components, phantom pain, world issues and events that pertain to the amputee.
URL: http://www.amputee-online.com/amputee/amputee.html
British Association of Prosthetists & Orthotists [BAPO]
[From the site:] The British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists aims to encourage high standards of prosthetic and orthotic practice, continued professional development and education as well as enhancing standards of prosthetic and orthotic care. The British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (BAPO) was established to support the prosthetic and orthotic profession in the UK. BAPO is the only UK professional body that represents prosthetists, orthotists and associated professionals and almost 100% of the profession are members.
URL: http://www.bapo.com/site/
Canadian Association of Prosthetists & Orthotists [CAPO]
The Canadian Association of Prosthetists & Orthotists [CAPO] offers communications and information for prosthetists, orthotists, clients and public. General information provides professional issues, education, certification and current events.
URL: http://www.pando.ca/
CripWorld
CripWorld is an online forum for amputees and people with other disabilities. Requires user registration.
URL: http://www.cripworld.com/
Dianceht Prosthetics
Dianceht is a company that makes individual sculpting for high quality custom prostheses for amputee parts of the body such as fingers, hands, arms, earlobe, feet, legs, and noses.
URL: http://www.manosydedos.com/index_home_english.html
Disability Resources Monthly
Disability Resources Monthly is the world's gateway to disability resources on the Internet, featuring thousands of the best disability-related web sites convenientally arranged by subject or state.
URL: http://www.disabilityresources.org/
International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics [ISPO]
The International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics [ISPO] provides educational resources & schooling, published documents, related links and membership information.
URL: http://www.ispo.ws/
Lifelike Prosthetics
Based in California [From the site:] Life-like Prosthetics, LLC. is a facility that provides professional ABC and BOC Certified practitioners, technitions and staff for the individual care of the physically challenged. They produce, on sight, quality, custom life-like prothesis for the rehabilation of amputees, both mentally and physically. They specialize in Hip Disarticulation and Hemi-pelvictomies.
URL: http://www.lifelikeprosthetics.com/
Livingskin
Livingskin makes prostheses for people with finger, hand, toe, foot, and facial amputations as well as custom covers for arm and leg amputations.
URL: http://www.livingskin.com/
Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention Program from the Department of Health Resources and Services Administration
[From the site:]
Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention (LEAP) is a comprehensive program that can dramatically reduce lower extremity amputations in individuals with diabetes mellitus, Hansen's disease, or any condition that results in loss of protective sensation in the feet.
URL: http://www.hrsa.gov/leap/
National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education [NCOPE]
The National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) is the accreditation body for the Orthotic and Prosthetic profession. Includes lists of accredited schools, residency programs, standards and related links.
URL: http://www.ncope.org/
Ortho Europe
Ortho Europe is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative prosthetic devices. Details products, news and events, FAQ's and articles.
URL: http://www.ortho-europe.com/
OrthoSuperSite
OrthoSuperSite is the most comprehensive orthopedic web site online. From the publisher of The Journal Of Knee Surgery, Orthopedics Today, Orthopaedics Today International, and Orthopedics.
URL: http://www.orthosupersite.com/
Ossur Prosthetics
Ossur is a leading global company in non-invasive orthopaedics, delivering advanced and innovative technologies within the fields of prosthetics, braces, supports and compression therapy. Ossur has more than thirty years experience in the design and production of high-tech orthopaedic devices.
URL: http://www.ossur.com/
Pacer Center
Pacer Center provides assistance to individuals and families dealing with disabilities. Includes workshops and materials for parents, professionals and leadership in securing free and appropriate education for all children.
URL: http://www.pacer.org/
Results Study -- Use of Simulation Exercises for Safety Training in the U.S. Mining Industry
From the CDC Workplace Safety and Health, the Use of Simulation Exercises for Safety Training in the U.S. Mining Industry is a study report on the results of a survey of organizations that used problem-solving simulation exercises to support mine health and safety training.
URL: http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/pubs/pdfs/ic9459.pdf [PDF document, requires Adobe Acrobat Reader]
Surgery Encyclopedia's Amputation Information
From Surgery Encyclopedia, Amputation Information is a no-frills information page that lists, among other items, a definition, detailed graphic, diagnosis, questions to ask a doctor, as well as alternatives to amputation. Straight-forward and complete for those seeking immediate answers.
URL: http://www.surgeryencyclopedia.com/A-Ce/Amputation.html
United Amputee Services Association
The United Amputee Services Association is a volunteer run, non-profit organization that provides support and education to amputees.
URL: http://www.oandp.com/resources/organizations/uasa/
Virtual Naval Hospital
The Virtual Naval Hospital digital library was decommissioned by the US Navy after serving 9 million users due to a lack of funding, yet it will continue to be a resource for the many content bases that have provided aid to those who seek information.
URL: http://www.vnh.org/
Wheelchair Cushions by Aquila Corporation
The Aquila Corporation manufactures a full line of seat cushion systems for the mobility impaired community. Designed for pressure sore prevention and healing, the wheelchair cushion systems provide the pressure relief needed by those who sit in wheelchairs for long periods of time. For paralyzed veterans and other mobility impaired veterans, Aquila Corporation products are on GSA-FSS Government VA Contract #797P-3951K.
URL: http://www.aquilacorp.com/
