A better deal for military amputees
Conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have generated a sharp increase in the number of amputees who will leave the Armed Forces up to 2020. In addition, commitments made by ministers …
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Prosthesis and wheelchair use in veterans with lower-limb amputation
This article explores prosthesis and wheelchair use among veterans with lower-limb amputation. In particular, the article looks at the demographic, health, functional and satisfaction factors related to their use.
Amputee Vets Help Students Develop New Limbs
A group of military veterans are using their injuries to ensure future generations benefit from advances in creating prosthetic limbs. Strathclyde University’s Department of Biomedical Engineering is one of the …
Improving Clinical Care for Veteran Trans-Femoral Amputees
This research report details recommendations for improving the care for veteran trans-femoral amputees.
Accessing support for living with limb loss in England
Losing a limb in Service can leave you feeling overwhelmed with the changes to your body and way of life. Visit the NHS Choices website for information on limb loss. …
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