Bilateral AK Amputee Ukrainian Solider Walking Strong on Two Prosthetic Legs
Mykhailo arrived at POA about two months ago as part of a group of Ukrainian soldiers brought to the US by the nonprofit organization Revived Soldiers Ukraine. In that time he has dedicated himself to learning how to walk on prosthetic legs and becoming strong enough to walk unassisted. Yesterday, Mykhailo walked around our building, […]
Patterson Propulsion Socket (PPS) Prosthetic System is a Game Changer!
Marko Cheseto World Best Chicago Marathon for Double Amputee
Marko Cheseto finished 250 overall, 31st in his age group with a time of 2:37:23 at the Chicago Marathon today, smashing the existing World Record of 2:42:24 that he set six months ago at the Boston Marathon! Way to go, Marko — you did it! Your POA family was cheering you all the way to […]
Play is Part of the Prosthetic Fitting Process for POA Kids!
Two of our favorite 2-year-olds, Sammy and Gianna, were fit with new prosthetic legs last week. “POA playtime” is important…that’s when we make sure everything is set up right and ready for some intense toddler action! (and we like to have fun) #WeloveourPOAkids
Bella Dancing Like Amy Purdy on DWTS With Her Prosthetic Running Legs
Bella watched a recording of Amy Purdy dancing on Dancing with the Stars and afterward she stated, “I can dance on my running legs like that!” Here she is, dancing to her favorite song. #choosetodance #POAkidsrock #noboundaries #AmyPurdy #DWTS
Celeste Corcoran, Marathon Survivor, Connection with Amy Purdy and POA
WCBV Boston interview with Celeste Corcoran, marathon survivor, regarding her special connection with Amy Purdy and POA. #yoursuccessisourpassion Click here to view WCBV News video.
Annual USA Climbing Paraclimbing National Championship, July18-19, 2014
Join POA’s Ronnie Dickson at Stone Summit in Atlanta, Georgia for the USA Climbing Paraclimbing National Championship on July 18th! Various adaptive climbing workshops/sessions as well as banquet/awards ceremony on July 19th. Check it out!
POA’s Celeste Corcoran on Today Show this Morning
POA’s Celeste Corcoran appeared on the Today Show this morning with along with her daughter, Sydney and sister Carmen to talk about the upcoming Boston Marathon and all the emotions connected with it. You are looking strong and beautiful, Celeste. Our hearts will be with you! #CorcoranStrong #CelesteRocks Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, […]
Meet Hernan Knob of Colombia, and read his incredible story of survival, 10/23/2013
The time was 3:30 am on June 5, 1993, in Pereira, Colombia. Hernan Knob, then a 22-year-old college student, had just finished a shift at a popular night club when he heard a knock at the door. As Hernan turned the knob and opened the door he was met by a blinding light and tremendous […]
A Video Tour of Prosthetic & Orthotic Associates POA
Stan Patterson, certified american prosthetist and founder of POA, gives a guided tour of our Orlando facility where Your Success Is Our Passion. Video Tour of POA