Category: Ortopedia y traumatología
Gabi Shull, van ness amputee, ballet dancer
Gabi Shull has a rotationplasty in her leg and is now an oncology nurse”. Story of overcoming by this woman who found her vocation.
JC Sheitan Tenet, tattoo with a biomechanical arm
JC Sheitan Tenet, Tattoo with a Biomechanical Arm. Highlighting the creative work of this artist who incorporates prosthetic technology into body art.
Rob Mendez, football coach with Tetra-amelia syndrome
Rob Mendez, Football Coach Without Arms or Legs. Inspirational story of this coach who is defying the odds and pursuing his passion.
Paul de Gelder, a shark bit his arm and leg off
Paul de Gelder, a Shark Bit His Arm and Leg Off. Harrowing account of this Australian navy diver’s encounter with a deadly predator.
April Limb Loss and Difference Awareness Month (LLLDAM)
April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month”. Information about this annual visibility campaign.
The most common types of prosthetics
The Most Common Types of Prosthetics. Comprehensive overview of the various prosthetic limb options available.
Jessica Long, double amputee, paraswimming medalist
Jessica Long, with double amputation, is a Paralympic swimming medalist. Biography of this athlete who has overcome great sporting challenges.
Jess Quinn, lost her right leg to cancer at the age of 9
Jessica Emily Quinn Lost Her Right Leg to Cancer at Age 9. Heartbreaking yet empowering story of this young woman’s journey with amputation.
Lary León Molina, multiple amputee and fighter
Lary León Molina and his positive attitude that breaks the mold. Profile of this individual redefining perceptions about living with a disability.
Haven Shepherd, amputation Paralympic swimmer
Haven Shepherd, the US swimmer Paralympian who survived a family suicide attempt at a young age. Overcoming adversity to achieve athletic success.
Footless Jo, amputated foot, the brave act of faith
Footless Jo’s brave leap of faith. The remarkable journey of a man who overcame the loss of his feet to achieve his goals.
Samantha Tokita McLean, leg amputee and photographer
Samantha Tokita-McLean, content creator and disability advocate. Highlighting the work of this influencer promoting disability awareness.
John Edward Heath, leg amputation, nothing stops him
John Edward Heath: After having his leg amputated, this former Marine won’t let anything stop him. Story of resilience and determination.
Jack Eyers, amputated leg, has no brakes in life
Jack Eyers: ‘Having a disability doesn’t need to hold you back’. The inspiring message of this former model and personal trainer with an amputation.
Kanya Sesser, leg amputee, is a model and skateboarder
Kanya Sesser demonstrated that physical differences are not limits in life. How this model and athlete broke barriers as a person with a disability.
Kelly Knox, arm amputee, model and activist
Kelly Knox says society turns a blind eye to disability – the irony. Reflections on the challenges faced by people with disabilities in the public eye.
Aimee Mullins, leg amputee, powerfully reinvented herself
Aimee Mullins powerfully reinvented her life. Story of success and overcoming of this athlete, model and activist with amputation.
Oscar Pistorius, leg amputation, former athlete
Oscar Pistorius, former Paralympian who won several competitions as a bilateral amputee. Profile of the successful South African athlete known as ‘the man with carbon feet’
