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- ACA Names New Editor and Senior Editor
Knoxville, TN. -- Rick Bowers and Bill Dupes, employees in the Publications Department of the Amputee Coalition of America (ACA), have been promoted to editor and senior editor, respectively.
- Shark-Attack Survivor Accepts National “Free Spirit” Honor
Bethany Hamilton, a shark-attack survivor who overcame the loss of her left arm to return to the sport of surfing, has been acclaimed as a 2004 Free Spirit honoree.
- “The Best Thing in the World”
Raised in a small, supportive community, Jaymie Kraus didn’t learn about the adversities and opportunities of people with limb differences until she became an adult
- Bidding Demonstration: Setting the Record Straight for Prosthetic Consumers
- Do's and Don'ts of A Legislative Visit
- ADVOCACY NEWS: Licensure vs. Certification: How It Can Affect You!
- The Power of Peers
This article looks at the importance of peers in providing guidance and emotional support when faced with an amputation.
- Peer Visitor Support of Recent U.S. Military Amputees
This article takes a look at the peer visitation program in place at the Amputee Center at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
- Facing Amputation Surgery: The Value of Peer Contact
This article talks about the value of peer support for amputees.
- Funding Raising for Your Support Group
This fact sheet discusses support group member involvement in fundraising. Ideas for different types of fundraisers are included as well.
- Starting a Support Group: The Basics
Starting a support group is a responsibility, a challenge, and a very meaningful experience. This fact sheet offers a listing of some basic steps needed to start a support group. Steps were compiled from successful support groups and organizations all ove
- Understanding ACA's Peer Network
This fact sheet offers an explanation of ACA's national peer network. Details covered include the network's purpose and how it works, as well as the required training for peer visitors.
- Giving Back - Couples Who Peer Visit
This article takes a brief look at couples that do peer visitation as part of the Amputee Coalition of America's National Peer Network.
- When Your Support Group Needs Support
This article takes a brief look at resources for support groups.
- You Don't Have to Deal With Amputation Alone
This article takes a brief look at the Amputee Coalition of America's National Peer Network.
- Peer Contact for Parents of Children with Congenital Amputation
Karen Neimanas discusses the role of peer visitor when parents are confronted with the birth of a child with a congenital limb difference.
- Notes from the medical director: first and foremost, listen!: lessons learned from mentors and peer visitors
Doug Smith, ACA Medical Director, discusses the important role that mentors can play in our lives and how a peer visitor can become a mentor.
- Communicator: Newsletter for amputee support group leaders
This site contains links to both HTML and PDF versions of the Communicator newsletter published for amputee support group leaders.
- On-line communication resources for those with limb loss
Resources for amputees or family members of amputees who would like to communicate with other amputees via Internet bulletin boards or e-mail lists.
- Advocating For Your Child
- ACA Announces New Publication for Parents
The Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) is proud to announce the release of Expectations: Parenting Children and Teens With Limb Differences. This 36-page resource guide addresses some of the issues parents face after giving birth to a baby with a limb dif
- Cancer Was The Easy Part
- ACA Names New Staff Writer
ACA announces the appointment of Scott McNutt as staff writer.
- A Circle of Friends - The Power of Peer Support
- The Prosthesis and Its Components - Choices, Choices and More Choices
- When to Help Your Child and When to Let Go
- A Message From the President & CEO
- Physical Activity Can Reduce Secondary Conditions in Youths With Limb Differences
- Building a Positive Body Image
- Prostheses for Children & Teens With Limb Differences - Issues and Expectations
- Questions to Ask Your Child's Doctor
- Resources
- Follow the Yellow Brick Road - Assistance Sources for Children and Teens With Limb Differences
- Enrichment Beyond Words
- M-STAR Seeks Donations for Operation Compassion
The Michigan Society To Advance Rehabilitation, Inc. (M-STAR) is seeking used lower-limb components and funds to transport prostheses, equipment and a health team to Mexico in September.
- The Amputee Coalition of America’s List of Priorities for Helping Haitian Amputees
- The Amputee Coalition of America’s List of Priorities for Helping Haitian Amputees
- How You Can Help
- How You Can Help
- Medical Resources
- Medical Resources
- Haiti Relief Action Center Contacts
- Haiti Relief Action Center Contacts
- Haiti Relief News and Media
- Haiti Relief News and Media
- Hanger Orthopedic Group to Donate $250,000 in Funding and Orthopedic Devices to Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts
- Hanger Orthopedic Group to Donate $250,000 in Funding and Orthopedic Devices to Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts
- Prosthetics Outreach Foundation Haiti Fund Aids Quake Victims
- Prosthetics Outreach Foundation Haiti Fund Aids Quake Victims
- Physicians for Peace and Old Dominion University to Sponsor Collection Drive for Haiti’s Injured and Disabled
- Physicians for Peace and Old Dominion University to Sponsor Collection Drive for Haiti’s Injured and Disabled
- Amputee Coalition Board Member Pat Chelf Interviewed by MSNBC
“From initial fittings and supply of prosthetics to ongoing adjustments, repairs and replacements, the demand for artificial limbs will be intense, expensive – and long-lasting, said Chelf.”
- Amputee Coalition Board Member Pat Chelf Interviewed by MSNBC
“From initial fittings and supply of prosthetics to ongoing adjustments, repairs and replacements, the demand for artificial limbs will be intense, expensive – and long-lasting, said Chelf.”
- Hanger Announces Nationwide Limb Drive to Benefit Haiti Earthquake Survivors
- Hanger Announces Nationwide Limb Drive to Benefit Haiti Earthquake Survivors
- Delaware Legislation Would Require Insurers to Cover Prosthetic Limbs
- Helen D. Cuyler Elected to Amputee Coalition of America Board
Orlando, Florida resident Helen D. Cuyler, retired educator from the Orange County Public School system, has been elected to the Amputee Coalition of America’s Board of Directors.
- Helen D. Cuyler Elected to Amputee Coalition of America Board
Orlando, Florida resident Helen D. Cuyler, retired educator from the Orange County Public School system, has been elected to the Amputee Coalition of America’s Board of Directors.
- Helen D. Cuyler Elected to Amputee Coalition of America Board
Orlando, Florida resident Helen D. Cuyler, retired educator from the Orange County Public School system, has been elected to the Amputee Coalition of America’s Board of Directors
- Mona Patel Elected to Amputee Coalition of America Board of Directors
San Antonio resident and activist Mona Patel has been elected to the Amputee Coalition of America’s Board of Directors at their recent meeting.
- Mona Patel Elected to Amputee Coalition of America Board of Directors
San Antonio resident and activist Mona Patel has been elected to the Amputee Coalition of America’s Board of Directors at their recent meeting.
- Mona Patel Elected to Amputee Coalition of America Board of Directors
San Antonio resident and activist Mona Patel has been elected to the Amputee Coalition of America’s Board of Directors at their recent meeting.
- Utah Activist Tami Stanley Elected to Amputee Coalition of America Board
Orem, Utah resident Tami Stanley was recently elected to Amputee Coalition of America’s Board of Directors.
- Utah Activist Tami Stanley Elected to Amputee Coalition of America Board
Orem, Utah resident Tami Stanley was recently elected to Amputee Coalition of America’s Board of Directors.
- Utah Activist Tami Stanley Elected to Amputee Coalition of America Board
Orem, Utah resident Tami Stanley was recently elected to Amputee Coalition of America’s Board of Directors.
- Visit the Exhibit Hall - 2010 National Conference
- Ohio Willow Wood Becomes Amputee Coalition of America’s Paddy Rossbach Youth Camp Sponsor
The Amputee Coalition of America is proud to recognize the longstanding commitment and support of Ohio Willow Wood (OWW) as a Lodestone Sponsor of the Amputee Coalition of America’s Paddy Rossbach Youth Camp for 2010.
- Ohio Willow Wood Becomes Amputee Coalition of America’s Paddy Rossbach Youth Camp Sponsor
The Amputee Coalition of America is proud to recognize the longstanding commitment and support of Ohio Willow Wood (OWW) as a Lodestone Sponsor of the Amputee Coalition of America’s Paddy Rossbach Youth Camp for 2010.
- The Sky’s the Limit for Airborne Amputees, Wounded Warriors and ACA Members
- The Sky’s the Limit for Airborne Amputees, Wounded Warriors and ACA Members
- Bill Could Help Fund Prosthetics
Dan Ignaszewski, of the nonprofit advocacy group Amputee Coalition of America, said most insurance policies cover only the first $2,500 of the cost for prosthetic devices because they are classified as "durable medical equipment," along with canes and whe
- Bill Could Help Fund Prosthetics
Dan Ignaszewski, of the nonprofit advocacy group Amputee Coalition of America, said most insurance policies cover only the first $2,500 of the cost for prosthetic devices because they are classified as "durable medical equipment," along with canes and whe
- Kendra Calhoun, President & CEO of Amputee Coalition of America, Appointed to Medicare Advisory Committee
Calhoun to serve as Patient Advocate.
- Kendra Calhoun, President & CEO of Amputee Coalition of America, Appointed to Medicare Advisory Committee
Calhoun to serve as Patient Advocate.
- Celebrating 10 Years of Success
- Celebrating 10 Years of Success
- TSA Staff Lack Training, Respect in Screening Amputees
In an ACA press release today, a survey of 7,300 amputees around the country revealed instances of "inconsistent, unfair, abusive and often embarrassing screenings."
- Fireworks Accidents Cause Amputations and Third-Degree Burns
The Amputee Coalition of America urges families to make sure their children are properly supervised and all instructions followed when using fireworks this Fourth of July.
- Fireworks Accidents Cause Amputations and Third-Degree Burns
The Amputee Coalition of America urges families to make sure their children are properly supervised and all instructions followed when using fireworks this Fourth of July.
- TSA Airport Security Screeners Disregard Procedures, Safety and Respect for Amputees, According to Amputee Coalition of America Survey
Survey Results Show Lack of Awareness for Disability Population
- TSA Airport Security Screeners Disregard Procedures, Safety and Respect for Amputees, According to Amputee Coalition of America Survey
Survey Results Show Lack of Awareness for Disability Population
- Knoxville-based amputee group questions TSA
The Knoxville-based Amputee Coalition of America says amputees are being mistreated at airport security checkpoints across the nation.
- Convening of Limb Loss Task Force Is a Step Toward Fulfilling the Amputee Coalition’s 2015 Five Year Plan
- ACA Calls for Improved Screening Procedures for TSA
- ACA Calls for Improved Screening Procedures for TSA
- Amputee Coalition of America’s Paddy Rossbach Youth Camp Reaches Goal of 100 Campers
- Amputee Coalition of America’s Paddy Rossbach Youth Camp Reaches Goal of 100 Campers
- Amputee Coalition of America’s Paddy Rossbach Youth Camp Reaches Goal of 100 Campers
- Dumfries Teen's Determination Outweighs Loss of Limb
Daniel is one of 100 children from across the United States who will participate in the 11th annual Amputee Coalition of America's Paddy Rossbach Youth Camp.
- Guest column: After 20 years, ADA still provides for equal access
The Amputee Coalition of America's President and CEO, Kendra Calhoun, shares her view of the 20th anniversary of the ADA. What an exciting day this is for all who have worked for equal access and opportunity for people of all abilities!
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On, January 12, 2010, a major earthquake struck southern Haiti, inflicting massive injuries on people and infrastructure. This unprecedented event has led the Amputee Coalition to take action to help the amputee victims in Haiti. From initial fittings and supply of prosthetics to ongoing adjustments, repairs and replacements, the demand for artificial limbs will be intense, expensive – and long-lasting, said Pat Chelf, a board member for the Amputee Coalition of America, in a recent MSNBC interview.
Currently, the focus is on saving lives. However, in the coming weeks, the focus for amputation will begin to shift to:
The Amputee Coalition has developed the Haiti Relief Action Center as a means of providing easy accessibility for people seeking information about how to help amputees in Haiti and about relief efforts specifically targeting amputees in Haiti. The Amputee Coalition is also seeking support for our Amputee Coalition Haiti Relief Action Fund, which will help us translate our specialized limb-loss information for use in Haiti, help us create public service announcements about infection control to prevent amputation in Haiti, and to develop specialized recovery and readjustment programs to help Haiti’s amputees learn to live with limb loss.
By drawing on our wealth of educational resources and support networks, and by partnering with allied organizations who are already on the ground in Haiti, the Amputee Coalition of America will be able to raise awareness about limb loss and raise critical funds for the second, third and fourth stages of this crisis.
Of course, we can only do this with your help.
The Amputee Coalition of America thanks and applauds the dedicated volunteers who are in Haiti helping amputees and their families survive this disaster of epic proportions.This includes the many physicians and nurses who are working around the clock in Haiti to save lives and care for the earthquake victims – often working in makeshift hospitals. We also applaud the many prosthetists and device manufacturers who are providing much-needed services and products to assist in Haiti.
Through collective efforts and support from people across the country, we will be able to positively impact the care and recovery of amputees in Haiti.
U.S. Amputee Facts
- 2 million people in the U.S. living with limb loss
- 185,000 amputations annually/507 amputations daily
- Limb loss expected to almost double by 2050
- Primary causes: diabetes, vascular disease, cancer, trauma, congenital limb difference
- 42% are 65+ years old
- 65% are male
- 42% are non-white
- Majority live independently
- Most wear a prosthesis daily
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U.S. Statistics and Epidemiology
African Americans, Diabetes and Limb Loss. Use this Fact Sheet to learn about the diabetes incidence rates and impact, and the amputation rates in the African American community.
Alaska Natives/Native Americans, Diabetes and Limb Loss. Learn about diabetes incidence rates and impact, and amputation rates for Native American people and Alaska Natives.
Amputation Statistics By Cause: Limb Loss in the United States. Statistical information related to amputation and the various reasons that a person would have to undergo an amputation.
Diabetes and Lower-Extremity Amputations. Statistical information is provided related to lower-extremity amputations due to diabetes.
Hispanics/Latinos, Diabetes and Limb Loss. Learn about diabetes incidence rates, its impact, and amputation rates for Hispanic/Latino Americans. Also available in Spanish
Limb Loss in the United States. Limb loss affects a variety of people in the United States and around the world and includes people of every race, ethnicity and background without regard to geographic location, occupation or economic level.
Minorities, Diabetes and Limb Loss. Learn about diabetes incidence rates and impact and amputation rates for African Americans, Native American and Alaskan Natives, and Hispanic/Latino Americans. This will be useful to educate at-risk individuals about the importance of managing and preventing diabetes. Also available in Spanish
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) and Limb Loss. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a form of atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries in which fatty substances build up inside the artery walls over time and create an obstruction that restricts proper blood flow. It can result in blockages in arteries of the brain, arms, kidneys, and legs. Diabetes is a major cause of PAD. This fact sheet looks at frequency, risks and prevention of PAD. Also available in Spanish, Easy Read and Spanish Easy Read
Preventing Further Limb Loss Among People with Diabetes. Diabetes is the leading cause of non-traumatic lower-extremity amputations (LEAs) in the United States. Modification of certain risk factors by patients and health professionals may reduce the risk for amputation and thus decrease the human and dollar costs that accompany limb loss in this prevalent chronic disease. Also available in Spanish, Easy Read and Spanish Easy Read | |