POA’s New Prosthetic Socket Design for Hip Disarticulate & Hemi Pelvectomy Amputees
We’re excited to share with you a new hip disarticulate socket system we are testing! The silicone liner is incorporated into the socket, next to the skin, eliminating the need for silicone shorts. Leo (hip disarculate) and Angelina (hemi pelvectomy) say they feel very secure and comfortable in the socket, and can put it on […]
Bryan Walks Independently for the First Time EVER!
Look at Him Go! Today we received this video update on Bryan Santana, a little boy born without his lower arms and one leg (at the hip). Last month, he took his first steps EVER in our office! Now he is walking on his own without support!!! How awesome is that?! We are so […]
Hip Disarticulate D’Andra Walking for First Time in 7 Years
D’Andra found POA when one of our videos popped up during an internet search for “Hip Disarticulate Amputees Walking.” She had not walked since her leg was amputated at the hip in 2007, and was looking for new hope. Now she is starring in her own POA video! So proud of you D’Andra–we love your […]