Limbs 4 Life News

Health | Dec 15th

Most of us are still struggling with the impact that Covid 19 has had on our lives. We share some tips that may help.

Areas of interest | Dec 15th

Prosthetic limbs aren’t used by all amputees. There are many factors that influence a person’s decisions when it comes to mobility.

Areas of interest | Sep 07th

One of my favourite things to do is people-watch, for all of the extra things we do to express our own style, personality or even moods

Areas of interest | Sep 07th

People are often concerned that an amputation will mean they are unable to drive again. With the support of modications driving is possible

Research and evaluation | Aug 18th

Uni/NSW are leading a project to better understand what type of prosthesis is best suited to walking/running for children

Areas of interest | Aug 16th

We don't accept footwear donations

Areas of interest | Aug 16th

There is an urban myth that plastic lids can be melted down to make prosthetic limbs. This is not true!

Research and evaluation | May 16th

Expression of Interest - Phantom Limb Pain Consumer Group

Areas of interest | Apr 28th

During Covid lockdown, I spent a lot of time in the park. Everybody in my suburb was in Fleming Park, near my place.

Health | Apr 28th

Taking charge of your health

Research and evaluation | Apr 13th

If you are a lower limb amputee, aged 18+ and you would like to share your experiences, we would love to hear from you!

Health | Apr 12th

Dramatic new report for key not-for-profit reveals the number of amputees in Australia by 2050 will have – in essence – doubled!

Peer Support | Feb 22nd

Register your interest to attend our information sessions

Health | Oct 11th

This resource will help people to make more informed decisions about partial foot amputation due to peripheral arterial disease.

Jul 15th

Going through an amputation is a significant change and adjustment to one’s life and there is only so much preparation you can do.

Jul 15th

Glenn Bedwell speaks of his journey with osseointegration including the positives, negatives and everything in between.

Jul 15th

Peer Support Volunteer John Keighran shares his insights into navigating the My Aged Care system.

Jul 15th

With cancer at 11 years of age, leukemia at age 17 followed by an amputation, Angus has been dealt with his fair share of health challenges.

Health | Jul 15th

In part one of this article, we look at healthy eating tips for people with limb loss and how what you eat can affect you.

Areas of interest | Jul 15th

John Keighran shares his story of amputation, so that others living with diabetes can be sure to keep an eye on any bodily changes.