inMotion Magazine

Finding Purpose 5 Inside Platinum Sponsor The Amputee Coalition recognizes the following National Sponsors for their valuable support. Gold Sponsor Silver Sponsors Bronze Sponsors American Board for Certification in OP&P, Kenney Orthopedics, Lawall Prosthetics and Orthotics, Rush Foot, Scheck & Siress Cover photo provided by Jeff Cohen DEPARTMENTS 3 Message From the Editor 6 Contributors 8 Events Calendar 10 Who Is Your Amputee Hero? Hearts in Balance 12 Advocacy in Action Halfway Through 2018 14 Amplify Turn Up the Volume! 46 Advertiser Index SECTIONS 26 Living With Limb Loss Service Dog Brings Newfound Independence 30 Family Matters The Purpose of Life Is a Life of Purpose 34 Honor, Valor, Sacrifice Driven to a Higher Purpose 38 Health & Well-Being Dallas’ Legapalooza Is Improving Amputees’ Lives 42 Technology A New Life for Old Limbs 44 Perspectives On a Bike, on a Mission FEATURES 16 The Harder You Fall, the Stronger You Rise: The Blake Leeper Story 20 Breaking Down Barriers: Nepali Drops Restrictions on Amputee Climbers 10 16 26