Compiled by Molly Moore, NLLIC Librarian

Categories:

Amputee Coalition/NLLIC Information

Adaptive Devices

Adjustment to Loss

Advocacy

Announcements

Caregivers

Children's Information

Diabetes

Diseases

Education

Emotional Issues

Fitness

Health

Inspirational Stories

Insurance

Mobility

Occupational Therapy

Pain Management

Peer Support

Prosthetics & Orthotics

Rehabilitation

Relationships

Research

Safety

Seniors

Sports & Recreation

Support Groups

Surgical Procedures

Travel

Upper Extremity

Vocational Rehabilitation

Amputee Coalition / NLLIC Information

“2006 Amputee Coalition Conference Highlights.” Jul/Aug, pp. 50-53.

“2006 Conference Highlights.” Jan/Feb, p. 46.

“Amputee Coalition Announces Board of Directors Changes.” Jan/Feb, p. 64.

“Amputee Coalition Announces New Youth Activities Program Coordinator.” Nov/Dec, p. 9.

“Amputee Coalition Names National Development Director.” May/Jun, p. 63.

Amputee Coalition Names New National APPLL Campaign Director.” Mar/Apr, p. 63.

“Amputee Coalition Needs Your Help!” May/Jun, p. 63.

“Amputee Coalition Publications Win Two 2006 APEX Awards.” Sep/Oct, p. 16.

“The Amputee Coalition Welcomes Paul J. Norris.” Nov/Dec, p. 49.

“Amputee Coalition Welcomes Three New Staff Members.” Jan/Feb, p. 66.

“Amputee Coalition Releases Research Results.” Nov/Dec, p. 9.

“Giving Generously.” Jul/Aug, p. 9.

inMotion Survey Results.” Jan/Feb, pp. 8-10.

“Live LimbStrong… Be LimbStrong.” Mar/Apr, p. 64.

“New Faces at Amputee Coalition Headquarters.” Sep/Oct, p. 66.

“OPGA and POINT Health Launch Fundraising Campaign for APPLL.” Nov/Dec, p.64.

“Physical Therapists Needed for Amputee Coalition Conference.” Mar/Apr, p. 64.

“Spreading the Message of Prevention.” Nov/Dec, p. 49.

“Willingham Accepts New NPN Consultant Position.” Mar/Apr, p. 66.

Cain, Jeffrey J., MD. “Message From the Amputee Coalition Board.” Jul/Aug, p. 3.

Foster, Vicki. “Welcome to the 2006 Conference Issue of inMotion!” May/Jun, p. 3.

Isenberg, Patricia, MS, COO. “Amputee Coalition's Web Site Reaches Large, Diverse Audience.” May/Jun, p. 8.

*Moore, Molly. “2005 Index of inMotion Articles.” Jan/Feb, pp. 69-70.

*Moore, Molly. “Tap Into the NLLIC: Information for Everyone.” Sep/Oct, pp. 48-49.

*Moore, Molly. “Tap Into the NLLIC: It's Time to Take Advantage of Our Expertise.” May/Jun, pp. 45-46.

*Moore, Molly. “Tap Into the NLLIC: Publications in Your Inbox and Online.” Nov/Dec, p. 12.

*Moore, Molly. “Tap Into the NLLIC: Using the Online Library to Find Information.” Jul/Aug, pp. 40-41.

Rossbach, Paddy. “Message From the President and CEO.” Jan/Feb, p. 3; Mar/Apr, p. 3; Nov/Dec, p. 3.

Steele, Charlie. “Message From the Amputee Coalition Board.” Sep/Oct, p. 3.

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Adaptive Devices

*Cain, Jeffrey J., MD. “How to Ride a Motorcycle With Parts Missing (OnYou, Not the Bike): Adaptive Modifications for Amputee Motorcycling.” May/Jun, pp. 48-49.

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Adjustment to Loss

“The Limb Loss Experience: Stages of Grief, Phases of Recovery.” May/Jun, p. 66.

“Refusing to Whine: Military Amputee Moves Forward by ‘Looking at the Bright Side.'” Sep/Oct, p. 31.

Edwards, Laurie, PhD. “From Surviving to Thriving: 5 Important Tips for Succeeding With Limb Loss.” Sep/Oct, pp. 18-20.

Ellis, Penny. “Her Loss, My Grief.” Sep/Oct, pp. 32-33.

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Advocacy

Insurance Cuts Threaten to Dramatically Increase Health Problems of Amputees.” Mar/Apr, p. 36.

Bowers, Rick. “Slipping through the Cracks: Woman's Lack of Access to Adequate Medical Care Could Lead to Amputation.” Mar/Apr, pp. 34-35.

*Goins, Meredith P., MIS. “Helping the Amputee Coalition Help Others.” Mar/Apr, pp. 50-51.

*McNutt, Scott. “Beating the System: One Family's Successful Fight with State Bureaucracy.” Jan/Feb, pp. 58-61.

McNutt, Scott. “Medicaid to Cover Adult O&P Services in North Carolina: Perseverance Pays Off for O&P Trade Association.” Jan/Feb, p. 55-56.

Sheets, Morgan. “Amputee Coalition Brings People Together to Push for Parity.” Jul/Aug, p. 20.

Sheets, Morgan. “Amputee Coalition Working to Improve Access to Assistive Devices.” Sep/Oct, p. 13.

Sheets, Morgan. “ California and Massachusetts Join the Trend to Protect Access to Prosthetic Coverage: On September 7, Massachusetts Became the Fifth State to Ensure Comprehensive Coverage for Prosthetic Care Under the Law.” Nov/Dec, p. 8.

Sheets, Morgan. “Rhode Island Passes Prosthetic Coverage Into Law.” Sep/Oct, pp. 10-13.

Sheets, Morgan. “Taking a Bite Out of Prosthetic Coverage Disparities.” May/Jun, pp. 10-11.

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Announcements

“Amputee and Prosthetist Complete Legendary Hawaiian Ironman Course.” Jan/Feb, p. 64.

“Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Inducts First Paralympian.” Jul/Aug, p. 69. (Al Mead)

“O&P Extremity Games 2006.” Jan/Feb, p.11.

“O&P Extremity Games Scheduled for July 28-30” May/Jun, p. 63.

“Passings.” Jan/Feb, p. 64. (Harry Pallet)

“Two Amputees Win ESPY Awards.” Sep/Oct, p. 65. (Bobby Martin and Sarah Reinertsen.)

“United Cerebral Palsy Releases Guide on Medicare Part D Drug Coverage.” Jul/Aug, p. 69.

“WWII Vet Amputee Pens Book.” Sep/Oct, p. 65.

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Caregivers

*Henderson, Allison W, MS and Rhonda M. Williams, PhD. “First a Partner, Then a Caregiver: Tips for Maintaining a Good Relationship With Your Partner-Caregiver.” Jan/Feb, pp. 34-35.

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Children's Information

*Smith, Douglas G., MD. “Notes From the Medical Director: Congenital Limb Deficiencies and Acquired Amputations in Childhood.” Jan/Feb, pp. 41-45.

*Smith, Douglas G., MD. “Notes From the Medical Director: Congenital Limb Deficiencies and Acquired Amputations in Childhood, Part 2: Emotional Response and Early Management.” Mar/Apr, pp. 52-56.

*Smith, Douglas G., MD. “Notes From the Medical Director: Congenital Limb Deficiencies and Acquired Amputations in Childhood, Part 3: Prosthetic Issues for Children.” May/Jun, pp. 56-61.

*Smith, Douglas G., MD. “Notes From the Medical Director: Congenital Limb Deficiencies and Acquired Amputations in Childhood, Part 4: Injuries, Amputations and Children: Causes and Prevention.” Jul/Aug, pp. 42-48.

Young, Élan. “Kids and Teens Get boost From 6th Annual Amputee Coalition Youth Camp.” Sep/Oct, pp.14-15.

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Diabetes

“Diabetes and Skin Complications.” Mar/Apr, pp. 12-15.

“Diabetes Problems in the Elderly Differ According to Time of Onset.” Nov/Dec, p. 67.

“New Diabetes Campaign Urges Hispanic Americans to Uncover Their Feet.” Nov/Dec, p. 64.

“Study Confirms That Caffeinated Coffee Helps Prevent Diabetes.” Nov/Dec, p. 67.

Dupes, Bill. “Haven't Got Time for the Pain: What's New and In the Works for Pain-Free Diabetes Management.” Nov/Dec, pp. 26-30.

Zernich, Gordon, CP, BOCP. “On the Front Lines of the Diabetes War: Pedorthists Battle to Save Feet With Proper Footwear.” May/Jun, pp. 32-34.

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Diseases

Sheehan, Terrence P., MD. “Oh, You Got It Too!” Nov/Dec, pp. 58-61.

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Education

Dunville, Dave. “Fun for the Whole Family.” May/Jun, p. 40.

McNutt, Scott. “Avoiding Online Fraud.” Nov/Dec, pp. 46-48.

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Emotional Issues

Bowers, Rick. “Writing for the Soul: Getting in Touch With Your Feelings Through Journaling.” Sep/Oct, p. 27.

*Sheehan, Terrence P., MD. “Are you Suffering in Silence? If So, It Could Be Hazardous to Your Health.” Mar/Apr, pp. 30-32.

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Fitness

Dupes, Bill. “Envirocise: Creating a Mindset and Environment for Your Health.” Jan/Feb, pp. 49-50.

Samuels, William. “Aquatic Fun & Fitness for Everybody.” Jul/Aug, p. 64.

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Health

Alley, Randall, BSc, CP, FAAOP, CFT. “Through the Other's Eyes (and Ears): Building a Better Provider/Patient Relationship by Sharing Information and Seeing From the Other's Perspective.” Jul/Aug, pp. 55-56.

McNutt, Scott. “Burning Calories NEAT-ly: Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) May Be the Secret to Weight Control for Some.” Mar/Apr, pp. 58-60.

*Rossbach, Paddy, RN, Amputee Coalition President & CEO. “Skin Care: Some Do's and Don'ts.” Mar/Apr, pp. 10-11.

*Scheffler, Neil M. DPM, FACFAS. “Foot Wound? Don't Panic But Get Help Now.” Mar/Apr, pp. 16-18.

*Skoski, Christina, MD. “Thank You for Not Smoking.” Sep/Oct, pp. 56-58.

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Inspirational Stories

Bowers, Rick. “Keeping the Dream Alive.” Jul/Aug, pp. 38-39. (AK)

McNutt, Scott. “Helping Another To Move On: Despite Bereavement, a Family's Kindness Helps a Young Woman Walk.” Jan/ Feb, pp. 25-26. (AK)

Nickle, Richard. “Sean Brame: An Inspiration to Amputees of All Ages.” Jul/Aug, p. 66. (Bilateral BK, hand and partial hand.)

“Cross-Country Ride Serves as Inspiration.” Sep/Oct, p. 67.

Bowers, Rick. “Going Into Business: With a Little Help From inMotion?” May/Jun, p. 62. (Hip Disarticulation)

*Bowers, Rick. “Knocking Down Pins, Knocking Down Doubts.” Nov/Dec, pp. 63-63. (AK and Hip Disarticulation, Hip Disarticulation)

Bowers, Rick. “Learning Lessons Late in Life.” Sep/Oct, p. 24. (Bilateral AK)

Bowers, Rick. “Tips for Success as an Amputee During the First Year.” Sep/Oct, p. 28. (BK)

Cain, Jeffrey J., MD. “The Gift.” Jan /Feb, p. 29. (Bilateral BK and AK)

McNutt, Scott. “Beach Party? Bingo! Amputees Luxuriate in Sand, Surf and Sun.” Jul/Aug, pp. 61-63. (AK, BK)

McNutt, Scott. “A Different Drummer.” Jan/Feb, pp.30-31. (BK)

McNutt, Scott. “A Mission Closer to Home: After Hurricane Katrina Hit, Amputee Stella Sieber Was Ready to Help.” Jan/Feb, pp. 27-28. (Bilateral AK, Stubbies)

Squier, Judy. “Transitioning to Acceptance.” Mar/Apr, pp. 40-41. (Bilateral AK)

Walton, Donna R., EdD. “Towards Reaching ‘Normalcy'—Does It Really Matter?” Jul/Aug, pp. 57-59.

McNutt, Scott. “ Marathon Goals.” Mar/Apr, pp. 46-47. (AK)

*Foppe, John P. “Swept Off Your Feet.” Jan/Feb, pp. 16-18. (Congenital, Bilateral AE)

McNutt, Scott. “To Have A Friend, Be a Friend: Amputees' Bond Built on Mutual Respect, Understanding.” Sep/Oct, pp. 59-60.

Young, Élan. “Out of Necessity: Children's Book Author Overcomes Biggest Challenge of All.” May/Jun, pp. 51-52. (Congenital, Hand and Bilateral Feet.)

*Bowers, Rick. “The Strength to Carry On: Amputees Share Their Secrets of Success.” Sep/Oct, pp. 23-28. (AK, Bilateral AK, Bilateral AK & UE, Stubbies)

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Insurance

*“New Survey Finds Rising Numbers of Uninsured in Moderate- And Middle-Income Families: Nearly 60 Percent of Uninsured Adults With Chronic Illness Skip Pills Due to Cost; May End Up in Emergency Room or Hospital.” Jul/Aug, pp. 14-16.

*Francis, Raymond. “Dealing With Insurance Companies: Questions They Would Rather You Not Ask.” Jul/Aug, pp. 22-23.

Isenberg, Patricia J., MS. “Amputee Coalition Survey Highlights insurance Problems.” Jul/Aug, p. 13.

Kagan, Gerald B. “The Disability Insurance Nightmare: Is There Finally a Light at the End of the Tunnel?” Jul/Aug, pp. 33-34.

Kagan, Gerald B., JD. “Insurance Tip: Five States Provide Short-Term Disability Assistance.” Mar/Apr, p. 68.

Kagan, Gerald B., JD. “Insurance Tip: Obtain Medicare Supplement Insurance.” Jan/Feb, p. 61.

Kagan, Gerald B., JD. “Insurance Tip: Report Suspected Surveillance.” May/Jun, p. 64.

Kagan, Gerald B., JD. “Insurance Tips.” Jul/Aug, p. 24.

Kagan, Gerald B., JD. “Insurance Tips: Determine Whether an Independent Medical Review of Your Insurance Denial Is Possible.” Sep/Oct, p. 16.

Kagan, Gerald B., JD. “Insurance Tips: Use Care in Completing Insurance Applications.” Nov/Dec, p. 68.

McNutt, Scott. “His Dogs Are All He Has To Live For: Insurance Battles Sap Life's Purpose For Amputee.” Jul/Aug, p. 18, pp.18-19.

McNutt, Scott. “The Medicare Drug Benefit Plan's Gaps, Caps and Penalties: Those on the New Plan May Need $$ to fill the ‘Doughnut Hole.'” Jul/Aug, p. 37.

McNutt, Scott. “Medicare Made Simpler: An Update on the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Plan.” Mar/Apr, pp. 38-39.

McNutt, Scott. “Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Plan: Appeals and Assistance.” May/Jun, pp. 53-54.

Pérez, Jeremiah. “Taking a Ride on the Insurance Roller Coaster.” Jul/Aug, pp. 26-28

Pérez, Jeremiah. “Tips for Paying for Your Prosthesis and Other Healthcare.” Jul/Aug, p. 30.

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Mobility

Cain, Jeffrey J., MD. “No Lycra Required. Taking Advantage of the Bicycle as a Mobility Device.” Sep/Oct, pp. 61-62.

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Occupational Therapy

Fletchall, Sandra, FAOTA, OTR/L, CHT, MPA. “Creative Solution Help Amputees With Daily Life.” Sep/Oct, p. 38.

Fletchall, Sandra, FAOTA, OTR/L, CHT, MPA. “Occupational Therapy From the Onset: Immediate Therapeutic Intervention Accelerates Recovery for New Amputees.” Sep/Oct, pp. 34-36.

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Pain Management

*Scheffler, Neil M., DPM, FACFAS. “Dealing With Painful Peripheral Neuropathy.” May/Jun, pp. 42-43.

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Peer support

McNutt, Scott. “Healing is the Main Course at These Dinners.” Jan/Feb, pp.22-23.

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Prosthetics and Orthotics

“Special Report: Orthotic and Pedorthic Care.” May/Jun, p. 12.

Duesing, Brett. “Open Arms: The Open Prosthetics Project Aims at Hardware Revolution.” Nov/Dec, pp. 31-33.

Dupes, Bill. “Building the Way to a Better Body.” Jan/Feb, pp. 52-53.

Dupes, Bill; Scott McNutt and Molly Moore. “Finding New Life for an Old Prosthesis.” Jan/Feb, p. 24.

Gallagher, Pamela, PhD and Deirdre Desmond, PhD. “Exploring Psychoprosthetics.” Nov/Dec, pp. 18-20.

*Highsmith, M. Jason, DPT, CP(c) and Jason T. Kahle, CPO. “Prosthetic Socks: Simple, Relatively Inexpensive and Critically Important.” Mar/Apr, pp. 26-28.

Kahle, Jason T., CPO and M. Jason Highsmith, DPT, CP. “When a Prosthesis or Mobility Device Isn't Enough.” May/Jun, pp.18-24.

*Kennedy, Seamus, CPed. “Neuropathy, Charcot Joint Disease and Partial-Foot Amputations.” May/Jun, pp. 26-28.

McNutt, Scott. “'Hey, You Got a Big Sneaker!' Prosthesis on the Right Leg, Orthosis on the Left, Man Gets Around Fine.” May/Jun, pp. 30-31.

Michael, John, MEd, CPO/L, FISPO, FAAOP and Jim Alaimo, CPO, FAAOP. “Ask the CPO.” May/Jun, pp. 13-16.

*Sabolich, Scott, CP, LP. “Prosthetic Sockets: Striking a Fine Balance Between Form and Function.” Sep/Oct, pp. 63-64.

*Schaffer, Erik, CP. “Protecting Your Prosthetic Investment.” Jan/Feb, pp. 62-63.

Schaffer, Erik, CP. “Scarring and Skin Grafts: A Challenge for Prosthetist and Patient.” Mar/Apr, pp. 20-23.

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Rehabilitation

McNutt, Scott. “Virtual Rehabilitation: Virtual Reality Enhances Physical Therapy for Amputees.” Nov/Dec. pp. 36-38.

McNutt, Scott. “Well-Healed on Easy Street: Model Cityscape Mimics Real Thing to Help Patients' Rehabilitation.” Sep/Oct, pp. 45- 46.

*Waite, Scott, MPT. “Getting Appropriate Physical Therapy: How Can It Help Your Recovery?” Sep/Oct, pp. 40-41.

Waite, Scott, MPT. “Stretches to Help Maintain or Improve Limb Function.” Sep/Oct, pp. 43-44.

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Relationships

*Houston, Sandra, PhD. “Altered States: Our Body Image, Relationships and Sexuality.” Jan/Feb, pp.12-14.

Pérez, Jeremiah. “Ready For Love.” Jan/Feb, pp. 19-21.

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Research

“NIH Funds Largest Long-Term Study of Health in Hispanic/Latino Populations.” Nov/Dec, p. 10.

Willingham, Laura, BS and Brian Hafner, PhD. “Research 101: Understanding and Participating in the Process.” Nov/Dec, pp. 39-40.

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Safety

Dupes, Bill. “To Thine Ownself Turn To.” Sep/Oct, p. 54.

McNutt, Scott. “See Saw, See SawStop Stop Saw: New Invention May Prevent Table Saw-Related Amputations.” Nov/Dec, pp. 26-27.

*Sheehan, Terrence, P., MD. “What's Your Motto? Be Prepared.” Sep/Oct, pp. 50-52.

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Seniors

“NIHSeniorHealth Adds Information on Falls.” Nov/Dec, p. 57.

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Sports and Recreation

“O&P Extremity Games: Inaugural Event by College Park Industries a Huge Success.” Sep/Oct, p. 8.

*“When You Just Can't Get Out.” Nov/Dec, pp. 43-44.

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Support Groups

“Promoting Amputee Life Skills (PALS) Project Update.” Mar/Apr, p. 62.

McNutt, Scott. “Win-Win Organizational Relationships: National Conference Shows How Amputee Support Groups and Amputee Coalition Both Benefit.” Jan/Feb, pp. 36-38.

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Surgical Procedures

Dupes, Bill. “Bone Growth Technology and Osseointegration: The Best of Both Worlds.” Nov/Dec, pp. 22-24.

McNutt, Scott. “Expandable Bone Prosthesis Saves Youngsters From Painful Surgeries.” Nov/Dec, p. 16.

*McNutt, Scott. “Will Human Hand Transplants Become Standard Practice? Lead Surgeon in First Successful Transplant is Hopeful.” Nov/Dec, pp. 14-15

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Travel

*Dupes, Bill. “Planes, Trains and Automobiles.” Mar/Apr, pp. 42-45.

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Upper Extremity

*Smith, Douglas G., MD. “Grasping the Importance of Our Hands.” Nov/Dec, pp.50-56.

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Vocational Rehabilitation

“AgrAbility Helps Farmer Deal With Pain in His Residual Limb.” Mar/Apr, pp. 24-15.

“Company Creates Custom Prosthetic Arm for Staff Member.” Nov/Dec, pp. 33.

 

*These articles are available online through the NLLIC Library Catalog at www.amputee-coalition.org/catalog. Many of these articles are also available in Easy Read and Spanish translations.

Last updated: 04/07/2009
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