Last updated: 12/07/2014 –
by Bill Dupes –
Of all prosthetic components, the knee system is arguably the most complex. It must provide reliable support when standing, allow smooth, controlled motion when walking, and permit unrestricted movement for sitting, bending and kneeling.
Legislative Priorities
Health Care Reform The Amputee Coalition will work to protect provisions in the Affordable Care Act pertinent to people with ...
When a Parent Loses a Limb: Helping Children Cope
Last updated 2008 –
Where is your arm/leg? What happened to it? Did it break off? Be prepared to assist the child with an answer that is appropriate for his or her age or developmental level. Avoid giving children too much information, such as details about a complicated disease process or the amputation surgery.
Do’s and Don’ts of a Legislative Visit
Last updated 2008 –
Know your legislator, his or her political party, committee assignments, the district, the voting record, and any known position or public statement on Amputee Coalition issues. A helpful Web site for locating this information is http://thomas.loc.gov/.
Marketing para su grupo de apoyo
Aunque el siguiente artículo fue escrito para empresas, se aplican los mismos principios para que los grupos de apoyo obtengan la atención de los medios.