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The Amputee Resource Center

This site was developed with the you in mind, as a place to find those hard to find resources that you need.

Amputee:

Phantom Pain

Phantom sensation is usually experienced by most amputees at one time or another. Some of us are blessed with very little exposure to the "unpleasantries" of phantom sensation, some experience severe pain on a daily basis.
Learn about Phantom Pain

Amputee Link Resources

For new amputees

Losing a leg is devastating. You have the right to feel cheated, angry, and depressed. But, you do not want things to get any worse by failing to get a good artificial leg.

from abovekneeamputee.com
view the guide

Recommend A Prosthetist or Orthotist

Are in need of a good prosthetist or orthotist? If you have had a good experience with your prosthetist, in the United States or abroad, please submit their information to us at. We are building a data base and will displaying your recommendation in the future!

Things you need to know about buying a prosthesis

A guide to buying your prosthesis and developing a positive relationship with your prosthetist.
view the guide

Glossary of terms

The terminology used in dealing with prosthetic parts and amputation can be overwhelming.
view the glossary

SJU Amputee Mailing List

The St Johns University Amputee mailing list is the oldest mailing list of its kind on the net.
Send email to:listserv@maelstrom.stjohns.edu

subject: leave blank or period if on AOL or Compuserve

message: subscribe amputee (your name)

Canons of Ethical Conduct

These are the guidelines to which you ABC Certified Prosthetist must abide by. If you feel he or she is violating any of these canons, you are entitled to report them to the American Board of Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics. (please note ABC only covers certified practitioners in the United States)
view ABC's Canons page

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