tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75972627935121369462024-03-05T14:47:22.727-08:00Powell Orthotics & ProstheticsPowell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-41939182990338721132019-08-09T08:43:00.000-07:002019-08-09T08:43:46.867-07:00From family setback to career inspiration<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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You never know what – or who – will inspire a kid’s career choice.<br />
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At age 14, Isaac Yoder learned that his mother, Robin, would need a leg amputated due to cancer.<br />
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“Honestly, I don’t remember much about the day itself,” he recalls. “I was going into the first year of varsity football so my mind was in a lot of other places. At 14 I was trying to grasp life changes you can’t prepare for.”<br />
<br />Robin adds: “It was either give up your leg or you will not survive cancer,. He told me, ‘Mom, amputate your leg so you can have the best chance to see me grow up.’”<br />
<br />Thanks to the inspiration of his mother and the team at Powell, Yoder, now 23, is on track to become an orthotist or prosthetist so he can help others improve their lives.<br />
<br />Yoder studied exercise science at Lenoir-Rhyne University and is about to begin the Master of<br />Science program in prosthetics and orthotics at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Health<br />and Rehabilitation Sciences.<br />
<br />It’s a journey that started with an office visit to Powell with his mother, an athletic and goal-<br />minded social worker who participated in triathlons and running races.<br />
<br />“We were in Joe (Sullivan’s) office and with Scotty (Poindexter),” Robin says. “We spent two<br />and a half hours at the office and they showed him prosthetics and talked to him and explained<br />the journey to get mom back to functioning. It planted the seeds of giving us hope.”<br />
<br />For Isaac, it also inspired a career.<br />
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<b>An early influence</b></h3>
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Six weeks after the first visit, the family was back at Powell for Robin’s first prosthetic. Isaac was<br />present to see the process and how Robin’s new leg was made.<br />
<br />“That early influence started by being comforted by a team of people,” Robin recalls. “Isaac saw<br />me getting on track with the best possible team who knew how to work with me. He began to<br />get influenced when Scotty took his own prosthetic leg off and put it in Isaac’s arms. He said,<br />‘This is will be what it’s like.’” It set a different tone. Joe and Scotty had a positive, hopeful<br />attitude and made us part of it and put us at ease.”<br />
<br />After initial interest in physical therapy, Isaac realized he enjoyed making and fixing things and<br />working with his hands. The combination of his desire to help others and build something<br />turned his focus to orthotics and prosthetics. An internship in North Carolina, where he worked with a patient to get a prosthetic casted and molded in one day, as well as ongoing visits to<br />Powell, including recently being involved in a casting process to create a new socket for his<br />mother, sealed the deal.<br />
<br />“What led him down the path was Joe and the clinic and it opened his mind to be helpful to<br />people,” Robin says. “Isaac took it all in. He will be an earth angel to someone who needs the<br />help.”<br />
<br />Isaac now is preparing to start graduate school. He’s looking forward to bringing a positive<br />attitude to those in need and making a difference.<br />
<br />“I could take my personal experience as a family member and apply that to people,” he says. “I<br />can now talk to kids and tell them, ‘I was in your shoes.’”<br />
<br />Isaac prefers working in a setting similar to Powell thanks to Sullivan’s encouragement: “He<br />didn’t have to do it for me but he’s making me a better practitioner.”Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-57215876601913785632019-04-17T17:30:00.000-07:002019-04-17T19:08:03.006-07:00Curvy Girls Provide Group Support for Scoliosis<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Marissa</b></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">As if puberty isn’t awkward enough, each year about 3 million new cases of scoliosis are
diagnosed in the United States.</span><span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk6249821;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk6249821;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Scoliosis, the sideways curvature of the spine,
shows up most often during growth spurts, usually when kids are between 10 and
15 years old. While the same number of <span style="letter-spacing: -.15pt;">boys
and girls are diagnosed with minor idiopathic scoliosis, curves in girls are 10
times more likely to get worse and may need to be treated with braces.</span></span></span><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Coming at a time
when pre-teen girls are self-conscious about body image, the idea of wearing
bulky braces can be especially daunting for a kid who just wants to be normal.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Enter Curvy
Girls, a support group for girls with scoliosis. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-size: 10.0pt; letter-spacing: -0.15pt; line-height: 107%;">Led by girls who
share the same challenges and concerns, Curvy Girl members meet regularly in
Richmond to talk about anything they’d like.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-size: 10.0pt; letter-spacing: -0.15pt; line-height: 107%;">“It
offers girls a comfortable and supportive environment to help each other carry
on daily life with a brace,” says J</span><span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">aime Gates, whose 12-year-old daughter, Ella, one of the group’s
co-leaders. “Things like what do you wear under your clothing? How do you tie a
shoe? They truly lead the meeting and Curvy Girls International (the parent
organization) gives them the tools.”</span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Ella and co-leader Marissa,
also 12, met at a Curvy Girls meeting in Norfolk and are patients at Powell
Orthotics and Prosthetics, where orthotist Beth Martin customized their braces.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“The parents are in a
separate room during Curvy Girl meetings, giving the girls a chance to talk
freely,” explains Marissa’s mother, Shannon Wood. “That way the parents can
talk about issues, bounce some ideas off each other and learn about new ways we
can help.”</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Signs of scoliosis</span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #222222; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">While <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">scoliosis</span> can be caused by conditions
such as cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy, the cause of most <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">scoliosis</span> is unknown.</span><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; letter-spacing: -0.15pt;">If you look at someone’s back, you’ll see
that the spine runs straight down the middle. When a person has scoliosis, the
backbone curves to the side. Anything that measures more than 10 degrees is
considered scoliosis.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; letter-spacing: -0.15pt;">The most effective treatment is with a
customized brace. There are a number of different rigid-back braces available
that vary in how pressure is applied to the spine and ribs to prevent a scoliosis
curve from progressing. Some braces require full-time wear, typically 16 or
more hours a day, while others are worn at night while sleeping.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; letter-spacing: -0.15pt;">Given the impact of a brace on daily
living, it’s helpful to have a support network for girls 8-18, Gates says.</span><span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“It’s a journey and
every girl’s journey is different,” Gates says. “Everyone in the group is there
to give advice, comfort and listen on that journey.”</span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“It’s a lot of
responsibility for young children,” adds Wood. “When my daughter was first
diagnosed, it was a tough period and very painful. She was the only kid in her
school with a brace. We were searching for help. Through Curvy Girls she got to
meet peers in a brace. It’s made a world of difference.”</span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Gates has two daughters
with scoliosis. “They were on this little island together and no one to
understand what they were going through,” she says. “And you truly don’t get it
– how uncomfortable a brace can be, the pain, having to sleep in it and yet
figure out how to let them be a kid. Just to have these girls together and able
to talk privately about wearing braces is so wonderful.”</span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Gates and Wood also
credit the support of Martin and the team at Powell. “They care about their
people and they want them to have every opportunity,” Gates says.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">They encourage parents
to have their children checked out during regular pediatric visits. A simple
bend-over test can catch a problem early, especially if scoliosis runs in the
family.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“The sooner the better –
in elementary school before growth spurts,” Wood says.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2228; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Curvy Girls meet monthly
at different locations. To learn more, please send an email to </span><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="mailto:Richmond@CurvyGirlsScoliosis.com">Richmond@CurvyGirlsScoliosis.com</a><span style="color: #1d2228;">.</span></span></div>
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</style>Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-86903932212881587332019-04-01T15:00:00.000-07:002019-04-01T20:36:43.156-07:00Discover Your Possible<h3>
New one-day event offers resources and skills for amputees and caregivers</h3>
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Not every amputee is on the same path to recovery.<br />
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For Robin Yoder, an athletic and goal-minded social worker, losing her right leg to cancer could<br />have been a devastating setback. For someone who participated in triathlons and running<br />races, though, it was just another challenge to overcome.<br />
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But she quickly realized not everyone heals the same.<br />
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“Looking back I was naïve,” says Robin, an eight-year amputee. “I was a success. An athlete my<br />whole life. I had big goals with David Lawrence, physical therapist and owner of Lawrence<br />Rehabilitation, The Gait Center, and Joe Sullivan, prosthetist and co-owner of Powell Orthotics<br />and Prosthetics. I walked and ran quickly and did a triathlon that first year. I was in my own,<br />isolated world getting those skills back. I assumed everyone else was recovering at the same<br />pace.<br /><br />
“I assumed in my own naiveite that even though I was going through a struggle physically and<br />emotionally, I learned about frustration and perseverance through athleticism. I was assuming<br />everyone else was progressing like as me but they weren’t showing up at races.”<br /><br />
When she realized other amputees needed more resources and encouragement, her fix-it<br />instinct as a social worker kicked in: She created “Discover Your Possible,” a one-day, affordable<br />skills/education and activity clinic in Richmond for individuals living with lower-limb<br />amputations regardless of their activity level.<br /><br />
She does not have the physical therapy background to lead such a workshop but she is<br />connected to the people who are. Robin pitched her vision and idea to Lawrence, founder of<br />Mission Gait, and his team. Mission Gait accepted the lead role in this unique first-time event.<br /><br />
“This event is a result of a vision to help people have the opportunity to discover what they are<br />capable of,” Robin says. Discover Your Possible is open to all skill levels of lower-limb amputees,<br />their caregivers and families to learn new skills and explore activities such as running, fly-<br />fishing, kayaking, wheelchair sports and much more.<br /><br />
“This is an event designed to improve capabilities and confidence,” Robin says. “We’ll have<br />experts available from the physical therapy/prosthetic specialties along with community<br />partners from the adaptive and therapeutic recreational areas helping those attending from<br />basic skills to a high level of activity.”<br /><br />The first Discover Your Possible will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at<br />Mission Gait, 8191 Staples Mill Road. The $20 registration includes lunch. Caregivers, families<br />and students are welcome to attend for $10.<br /><br />
Powell is proud to be a sponsor for the event.<br /><br />
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Filling a community need</h3>
Robin says the event is part of an effort to show amputees that life doesn’t have to be<br />stationary.<br /><br />
“Learning to live with limb loss is hard and leaning to use your prosthesis is harder,” she says.<br /><br />
“It requires determination and motivation, along with good a support team. You need a highly<br />skilled and compassionate prosthetist and a physical therapist with prosthetic specific training<br />who can educate you about the unique challenges you will face and the resources available to<br />you. If just one of these is missing or weak, progress and success may take longer or not<br />happen at all. The goal is for you to be the best that you can be.”<br /><br />
Participating in support groups, Robin said she wanted to provide motivation to give fellow<br />amputees something more to be hopeful about. Through her position as a board member with<br />Mission Gait – a non-profit organization that empowers the physical rehabilitation community,<br />through education and research, to help patients with complex gait disabilities learn to move<br />again with confidence – her idea for a hands-on clinic took hold.<br /><br />
“This is a wonderful way for amputees in the Richmond area to get together, learn new skills,<br />network, and learn about the resources available to them in a supportive environment,” she<br />says. “We want this to say – there is an active and fun life for you beyond therapy.”<br /><br />
The event includes education, drills, equipment demonstrations, a panel discussion and three<br />breakout sessions to try new activities, including running, wheelchair tennis, golf, hand-cycling,<br />circuit training and more.<br /><br />
The guest speaker is Cosi Belloso, a physical therapist dedicated to working with amputees. The<br />owner of Palanca Physical Therapy, a prosthetic training specialty clinic in Tampa, is the host of<br />Cosi Talks, a Facebook page teaching amputees, clinicians and supporters about topics that<br />impact their daily lives.<br /><br />
Powell’s Joe Sullivan will be among those participating on Belloso’s panel discussion.<br />“I’ve been blessed to have the right people in my world and the motivation,” Robin says. “I<br />can’t teach it but I’m connected to the people who are. Let’s showcase this day that brings<br /><br />people together in a united front who care for and live with lower-limb amputations to move<br />beyond therapy to enjoy what is possible.”<br /><br />
For more information and to register, please visit <a href="http://www.missiongait.org/events">www.missiongait.org/events</a>.Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-17316919952577705992019-03-15T15:30:00.000-07:002019-03-18T05:47:09.609-07:00High-tech orthotic braces helping student walk again
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Four years ago, Taylor Roberts, then a sophomore at VCU, was
driving just a mile from her parents’ house in Powhatan when another vehicle
rammed into hers, pushing her into a telephone pole.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">She suffered compression fractures in her lower spine – an injury
that, for many, could lead to a lifetime in a wheelchair. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">But Taylor had other ideas. Upon the start of her out-patient
rehab, she began working with Powell’s Beth Martin, a certified orthotist, on
what would become an amazing recovery.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">“Without Powell, I wouldn’t be where I am today,” Taylor says.
“It’s crazy how much a good support system can do not only mentally, but also
physically.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Taylor started her recovery in a back brace following two spinal
fusion surgeries. Once cleared of her restrictions, should would take her first
steps since the accident in a r<span style="color: #111111;">eciprocating gait
orthosis (RGO) brace that Powell made for her. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #111111; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Providing the necessary stability she needed at her hips,
she used this brace for several months before progressing to long leg braces,
known as KFOs. Taylor would be using these braces for the long haul.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #111111; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">It wasn’t until she participated in a clinical trial
using a powered walking device called the “Indego exoskeleton” that she would
progress into the next phase of learning how to walk again. After the trial,
Taylor began progressing into ankle braces with the help of physical therapy
and the support of Beth and the Powell team.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #111111; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">“Statistically I was not likely to regain the
function of walking,” Taylor says. “The prognosis was a wheelchair.” </span></div>
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<span style="color: #111111; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Now, with the help of technology, she’s about to
take a big step.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #111111; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Enter the C-Brace</span></b></div>
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<span class="15"><span style="color: #111111; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">New technology is
revolutionizing the capabilities of orthotics and prostheses. Taylor is a
candidate for the C-Brace, a computer-controlled knee, ankle and foot orthosis
manufactured by Ottobock that </span></span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">combines mechatronics (mechanical,
electronic, computer, and systems design engineering) with custom orthotics to
help people walk. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The C-Brace opens up entirely new possibilities for users with its
microprocessor sensor technology. Flexing under load while sitting down,
navigating slopes, walking on uneven terrain, or going down stairs step over
step, it can open a new level of mobility for those like Taylor.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Small and light, the C-Brace enables the user to wear the orthosis
underneath clothing. The unit’s microprocessor sensor makes the entire gait
pattern more dynamic and responsive. <br />
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“This is going to be a game-changer,” Taylor says. “It will make me independent
again by walking and it could change a lot of people’s lives.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">She is working with Ottobock and Powell to become the first person
with her type of injury to use the device. “It’s easier to use than you think,”
Taylor says. “It’s significantly lighter and will fit snug against my legs.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">With an eye on mobility, Taylor reflects on her injury and the
support from family, friends and Powell to keep her spirits up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">“There’s no way to prepare for an injury like this,” she says. “It
changes everything. It was difficult to swallow the harsh pill of reality. But
Beth was very encouraging and uplifting and will do what she can to help you
achieve your goals.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">That includes finishing her degree at VCU. She’s studying
journalism with hopes of possibly becoming an advocate for accessibility.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">“I spend most of my time in Richmond and, like many cities, it’s
just not accessible for wheelchairs,” Taylor says. “The thought of being able
to independently get in and out of local businesses would be so liberating for
me since I hate to draw attention to myself. Now I have a new outlook.” </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">And graduation in the near future.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">You never know where
inspiration will come from.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">For Anna Clark
Seibert, a first-year resident at Powell, it came from a university classmate,
a Marine named Rob Jones, who lost both legs at or above the knee during combat
in Afghanistan.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Anna, who was studying
pre-med at Virginia Tech at the time, decided to pivot to a career in
prosthetics.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">“I visited Rob at
Walter Reed (National Military Medical Center) and followed his successes to
maneuver through life with so much success,” Anna recalls. “It made me fall in
love with this profession. Until then I wanted to be in the health care field
but didn’t know where my fit was.”</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Well, she found it.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Anna is in the first
of two years of residency at Powell – one for prosthetics, the other for
orthotics. The program enables master’s-degree graduates a chance to work with
patients, learn the business and prepare for the rigorous board certification
exam.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">“I want to be as
impactful as I can in the field I love,” she says.<br />
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<b>Presenting to national conference</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">One step to that goal
came March 6-9, when she presented an academic paper called “Prosthesis User
Experience and Coping Strategies – a Social Media Content Analysis” at the 45<sup>th</sup>
annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists, a
national organization. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">In the paper, she and
co-authors conclude that social media content can help practitioners obtain a
more detailed and unfiltered understanding of the interests and concerns that
are prevalent within the limb-loss community. Support groups on social media
sites such as Reddit and Facebook can be a valuable resource for patients
coping with limb loss, albeit it with different information.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">The topic came from
her own interest in documenting the role of social media to help patients and
their families. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">“I was mostly curious
about prosthetic life hacks but unfortunately I didn’t find a ton of them,” she
said. In the process, she and her colleagues collected a year’s worth of data
(1,305 posts) and coded the entries to get data points. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Always on the lookout
to help patients, Anna hopes to carry out future studies to ensure patients and
their families have access to helpful information online at a trying time.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Looking ahead, Anna
says she’d love to work with children in part because she can see the same
patients more as they grow out of equipment.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">“They’re especially
resilient and they give it their all,” she said, adding: “Kids also take
direction well.”</span></div>
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<span style="color: #26282a; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 106%; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">In the meantime she’ll
be greeting patients of any age at Powell.</span></div>
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<b>HOUSE BILL NO. 2669 </b></div>
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Offered January 11, 2019 </div>
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<i>A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 38.2-3418.15:1 and to repeal § 38.2-3418.15 of the Code of Virginia, relating to coverage for prosthetic devices and components. </i></div>
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<i>Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia: </i></div>
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<i>1. That the Code of Virginia is amended by adding a section numbered 38.2-3418.15:1 as follows:</i></div>
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<i>§ 38.2-3418.15:1. Coverage for prosthetic devices and components.<br /> </i></div>
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<i>A. As used in this section:<br /> </i></div>
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<i>"Component" means the materials and equipment needed to ensure the comfort and functioning of a prosthetic device. <br /> </i></div>
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<i>''Limb" means an arm, a hand, a leg, afoot, or any portion of an arm, a hand, a leg, or afoot. <br /> </i></div>
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<i>''Medically necessary prosthetic device" includes any myoelectric, biornechanical, or microprocessor-controlled prosthetic device that has a Medicare code. <br /> </i></div>
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<i>''Prosthetic device" means an artificial device to replace, in whole or in part, a limb. <br /> </i></div>
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<i>B. Notwithstanding the provisions of§ 38.2-3419, each insurer proposing to issue individual or group accident and sickness insurance policies providing hospital, medical and surgical, or major medical coverage on an expense-incurred basis; each corporation providing individual or group accident and sickness subscription contracts; and each health maintenance organization providing a health care plan for health care services shall provide coverage for medically necessary prosthetic devices and their repair, fitting, replacement, and components. <br /> </i></div>
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<i>C. The coverage required under subsection B shall be subject to the following:<br /> </i></div>
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<i>1. Coverage for medically necessary prosthetic devices does not include:</i></div>
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<i>a. The cost of repair and replacement due to enrollee neglect, misuse, or abuse; or</i></div>
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<i><br />b. Prosthetic devices designed primarily for an athletic purpose.</i></div>
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<i>2. An insurer shall not impose any annual or lifetime dollar maximum on coverage for prosthetic devices other than an annual or lifetime dollar maximum that applies in the aggregate to all items and services covered under the policy. The coverage may be made subject to, and no more restrictive than, the provisions of a health insurance policy that apply to other benefits under the policy.<br /> </i></div>
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<i>3. An insurer, corporation, or health maintenance organization shall not apply amounts paid for prosthetic devices to any annual or lifetime dollar maximum applicable to other durable medical equipment covered under the policy other than an annual or lifetime dollar maximum that applies in the aggregate to all items and services covered under the policy.<br /> </i></div>
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<i>4. An insurer, corporation, or health maintenance organization shall not impose upon any person receiving benefits pursuant to this section any coinsurance in excess of 30 percent of the carrier's allowable charge for such prosthetic device or services when such device or service is provided by an in-network provider.<br /> </i></div>
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<i>5. An insurer, corporation, or health maintenance organization may require preauthorization to determine medical necessity and the eligibility of benefits for prosthetic devices and components in the same manner that prior authorization is required for any other covered benefit.</i></div>
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<i>D. The provisions of this section shall apply to any policy, contract, or plan delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed in the Commonwealth on and after January 1, 2020, or at any time thereafter when any term of the policy, contract, or plan is changed or any premium adjustment is made.<br /> </i></div>
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<i>E. The provisions of this section shall not apply to short-term travel, accident-only, or limited or specified disease policies; contracts designed for issuance to persons eligible for coverage under Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, known as Medicare, or any other similar coverage under state or.federal governmental plans; or short-term nonrenewable policies of not more than six months' duration. </i></div>
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2. That § 38.2-3418.15 of the Code of Virginia is repealed.</div>
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3. That the provisions of this act shall become effective on January 1, 2020.</div>
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<br />Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-30919424398141568382018-10-01T09:00:00.000-07:002018-10-01T12:39:48.407-07:00Tips for daily livingLosing a limb is a life-changing event. How much of an effect it has on your daily life depends on each individual and situation. For some, it’s just a momentary pause before life gets back to nearly normal, but for others it can be a dramatic change in lifestyle where every activity is somehow different. It’s not only the amputee who has to make changes, often family members, friends and caregivers – even coworkers – must adapt as well. <br />
If you are an amputee, you’ve likely found ways to adapt your life, whether it’s through a prosthesis or other means or a combination of both. If you’re a recent amputee, we’ve gathered a few items and ideas that will help you in the days and months to come.
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<li><b>Thick Leggings:</b> The thick material holds up better against wear. If they do happen to wear, a quick stitch or two fixes the problem.</li>
<li><b>Elastic shoelaces</b>. These little miracles stretch so your foot can slide into the shoe without loosening the laces.</li>
<li><b>Clear pathways</b>.<b> </b>Navigating a cluttered stairway or overflowing garage may not have been such a big deal before, but as an amputee, you’ll want to have a wide, clear path for navigation to prevent tripping and falling hazards.</li>
<img align="left" border="0" data-original-height="327" data-original-width="295" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoX_yIY1q2IoIq2TMF3URWM1YeLx28iTakBwR-CO4Rv69_LNb3xWNyk2Bvsmg-c1iPpFzTlmA8veujXlDJNpw-1Ll3SFAZ5PTdxTx3w_b4gArMzQugAR8XWkhV0Tu4aoFqy0dAWIYv7l4/s200/tips-for-daily-living-1.png" style="margin: 0 15px 0 0;" width="180" />
<li><b>Pant clips</b> can help single-handed people who find it hard to pull up pants and underwear. Clipped to the front of paints, they can be removed and tucked away for later use.</li>
<li><b>Daily living accessories</b> such as voice-controlled lamps, light switches and phones, doorknob-turners, button aids (picture), dressing sticks (picture), one-handed cutting boards – you would be amazed at the variety of aides available today.</li>
<li><b>Velcro</b> can be used in a variety of ways to assist in daily activities. Many use it on the bottom of their prosthetic foot to keep on any kind of dressy flats, sandals, flip flops or other shoes that don’t tie, in place. </li>
<img align="right" border="0" data-original-height="302" data-original-width="404" height="149" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbaF-tynosK9RDScEsOdCDI2XFCu-FcRp6LrcQHfWr0TZ13PTI5DN-uf3QNrc2RjOosO8mhgm1AR4vAXqCNlS5neXVfIvByvR7CcHjNa0l8M2-JcFO6yg66ep4T9ZYr9t-BQHhJjRXrI0/s200/tips-for-daily-living-2.png" style="margin: 0 0 0 15px;" width="200" />
<li>Iron on <b>reinforcement patches </b>secured to the inside of pants can help keep the socket from rubbing away at the material. </li>
<li><b>Bra fastening adapters </b>can help those singled handed ladies with the nearly impossible task of fastening a bra. </li>
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Life after limb loss is all about finding ways to what you want, in the best ways that work for you. You may not be able to do things the same way, but with some adaptation, you’ll eventually develop systems and habits to function and get the tasks accomplished. Have you discovered your own trick to make life easier? If so, drop us a note and let us know.Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-22978152579021333072018-05-30T14:11:00.001-07:002018-05-30T14:11:54.110-07:00Curvy Girls Unites Scoliosis Patients<br /><div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Founded 2006 by Leah Stoltz, Curvy Girls (<span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="https://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com/">https://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com/</a></span>)
is an international scoliosis peer support system. Leah founded the
organization “</span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">talk
to other girls who were going through the same thing--- feeling alone,
different, angry about their brace, and worried about having to have surgery.”</span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Leah’s Story</span></b><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">“Fitting in isn’t
easy when you’re a teenager wearing a body brace 23/7. I was finishing my first
year in middle school when I was <span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="https://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com/about">diagnosed with Adolescent
Idiopathic Scoliosis</a></span> and had to wear that “thing” to school. I wore
my brace faithfully despite arguments and failed attempts to hide my brace in
my locker. Ultimately, I required surgery to correct the two curves growing in
my back. On June 27, 2006, I had two titanium rods and 22 screws affixed to my
spine. My biggest concern was that I wouldn’t be able to dance for a year.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">Curvy Girls
acknowledges that scoliosis affects the patients both physically and mentally. </span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">“While </span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">the back brace is supporting our bodies, Curvy Girls is
our emotional brace. We need to help our girls feel better about themselves
from the inside out.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">Patients are able
to find <span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="https://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com/virginia">local support on the
website</a></span> and local leaders within their own neighborhoods. In the
Richmond area, Marissa and Ella are Curvy Girl leaders excited to connect with
new friends. </span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com/virginia">Marissa</a></span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"> is 11 years old and excited to be a
Curvy Girls' Leader. She was diagnosed with scoliosis in June 2017 and began
wearing a Boston Brace in August 2017. She wear it for 16 hours a day, even
though she says it is “SO uncomfortable!” She did get used to her brace and now
enjoys acting, musical theater, singing, playing piano, dancing, and hanging
out with friends and family. </span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com/virginia">Ella</a></span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"> is 11 years old and loves staying
active in sports and with her friends. Her favorite sport is gymnastics, but
she also plays soccer, dances and is on the swim team.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She was diagnosed with scoliosis in August
2017, the summer before her 5th grade year.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Her curve was at 20 degrees and she was told she needed to wear her back
brace 18 hours per day. She has 2 sisters and is in the middle sister.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Both Ella and her younger sister were
diagnosed with scoliosis at the same time. Her younger sister is 8 years old
and has a 25-degree curve.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Both girls
feel blessed to have a sister to share their journey. She is excited to be
co-leader with Marissa of the Richmond area Curvy Girls’ group. Her hope is to
carry on the positive message and support that she has received for many girls
in the area. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">Next meeting is:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">June 17th at 1:00pm</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">July 15th at 3:00pm </span></div>
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visit <span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="https://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com/">https://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com/</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Thank goodness for Spring! Longer days,
warmer temperatures, and the opportunity to get back out there and enjoy our
favorite spring sports and activities. If you’re a new amputee, or maybe you’re
been an amputee for a while, but are ready to be more active – now is a great
time of year to get started. Sports are a great opportunity to connect with
other amputees and enjoy the camaraderie of taking on challenges together. You
might have some questions on what’s right for you, so we have a few tips to get
you started.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There
are many opportunities for people living with limb loss to get back out in the
world and live an active lifestyle. The activities range from golf to running
to rock climbing and skiing to much more. The amount of activities that
can be adapted for amputees to participate is nearly endless.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">One
of the easiest activities to get started in is cardiovascular
exercise. Most people still hate it; but its benefits are essential to good
health. Cardiovascular exercises strengthen your heart and reduce body fat.
Getting your heart beating a little faster also helps to relieve stress, which
is also important for a healthy overall well-being.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">“There are many forms of <a href="https://www.amputee-coalition.org/resources/cardiovascular-exercise-for-amputees/">cardiovascular exercises</a> that amputees can take part in, with
or without a prosthesis,” according to The Amputee Coalition, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> “Some are better suited for active amputees,
while others are better suited for those who are beginners or who may have
medical restrictions.”</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">There are many options of
cardiovascular equipment to choose from. If you don’t have access to
cardiovascular equipment, or a gym membership, now is a great time of year to
get outside and enjoy nature. The weather is still relatively cool, and perfect
for getting some fresh air. On days when the weather is not so great, walking
on a treadmill or riding a stationary bike is a good way to get started.<br />
If you’re ready to progress
into something different, looking for an organized team, or just more
information - we’ve compiled a list of resources for more information about
specific sports or organizations.<br />
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<ul><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
<li><a href="http://www.activeamp.org/sport_dir.htm">ActiveAmp.org</a> has a large directory of sports and
activities for amputees</li>
<li><a href="https://www.disabledsportsusa.org/">Disabled Sports USA’s</a> mission is to provide national
leadership and opportunities for individuals with disabilities to develop
independence, confidence, and fitness through participation in community
sports, recreation and educational programs.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.amputee-coalition.org/resources/adaptive-sports-programs/">The Amputee Coalition</a>, provides a downloadable fact sheet
of sports programs.</li>
<li>The
<a href="http://nscd.org/">National
Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD)</a>
is one of the largest therapeutic recreation agencies in the world. The NSCD
offers a variety of year-round sports and recreational adventures.</li>
<li>The
<a href="http://www.wheelchairsportsfederation.org/">Wheelchair Sports Federation</a> is a national non-profit that
provides opportunities for the disabled and wheelchair-bound adults and youth
to play sports recreationally and competitively.</li>
<li><a href="http://nedisabledsports.org/">New England Disabled Sports (NEDS)</a> is a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit
organization, providing adaptive sports instruction to students of all ages and
abilities. </li>
<li>The
<a href="http://nagagolf.org/">National
Amputee Golf Association (NAGA),</a>
is supported by the Professional Golf Association (PGA) and the United States
Golf Association (USGA). NAGA currently has over 2,000 members in the United
States and some 200 players from 17 other countries.</li>
<li>The
<a href="http://www.ampsoccer.org/">American
Amputee Soccer Association (AASA)</a>
is the governing body for Amputee Soccer in the United States and is a member
of both the World Amputee Football Federation (WAFF) and the United States
Soccer Federation (USSF). Their outreach programs help interested players
maximize their proficiency, build self confidence, learn the power of teamwork,
all while building a strong social network.</li>
<li>The
<a href="http://woundedwarrioramputeefootballteam.org/">Wounded Warrior Amputee Football
Team’s (WWAFT)</a>
mission is to raise awareness and support for our wounded warriors and their
families. The team is made of up service members who have served and are now
using a prosthetic device to engage in everyday life activities. By
showcasing our team on the football field, the WWAFT seeks to inspire our fans
and highlight the perseverance of our service members (both active and former)
who continue to face life’s challenges without excuses.</li>
<li><a href="http://ski2freedom.com/en/skiing-with-disabilities/amputee">Ski 2 Freedom</a> provides free
information so that people with physical disabilities or other special needs
and their families to enjoy the physical and affective benefits of mountain
activities such as skiing or snowboarding.</li>
<li><a href="http://sportable.org/" target="_blank">Sportable</a><u>.</u> The reason
Sportable exists is to transform the lives of people with physical and visual
disabilities through sport!</li>
<li><a href="http://www.challengedathletes.org/site/c.4nJHJQPqEiKUE/b.6449023/k.BD6D/Home.htm" target="_blank">Challenged
Athletes Foundation</a><u>.</u> A group that supports those with physical challenges –
empowering them to find community, confidence, and conviction. </li>
<li><a href="http://www.teamusa.org/US-Paralympics.aspx" target="_blank">USA Paralympics</a><u>.</u> A division of the nonprofit <a href="http://www.teamusa.org/About-the-USOC" target="_blank">United States Olympic Committee</a>, is
dedicated to becoming the world leader in the Paralympic Movement and promoting
excellence in the lives of people with <a href="http://www.teamusa.org/US-Paralympics/Sports">Paralympic-eligible
impairments, including physical disabilities and visual impairments</a>.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.shelteringarms.com/conditions-and-services/community-and-recreation/adaptive-sports/"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Sheltering
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Powell Orthotics and Prosthetics has provided freedom for patients
since 1932. Years of professional experience, craftsmanship, and technology enable
Powell to provide the benefit of mobility and independence to patients. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">To provide patients with a superior device, the staff at
Powell O&P first wants to get to know you. It’s important to understand
your lifestyle and goals. Whether you’re returning to work, walking the dog,
cutting the grass, playing with your children, running or just simply getting
around. Each device is unique and custom fabricated to fit your needs.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A vast amount of componentry options are available today and
Powell’s experienced staff, with your input, is here to ensure you receive the
most appropriate device. They take the time to explain each option, helping to
fit patients with a device that meets their needs.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">We spoke with Michael R. Monteiro,
Certified Prosthetist, ABC, and owner of Powell Orthotics and Prosthetics about
the process to make a prosthesis for a patient.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Michael took us through the first step
in the process, showing us the machine used for scanning the patient. “The scan
works just like a satellite system,” Michael said. “It’s all radio waves so
they don’t feel anything except for the pressure of me rolling this across
their limb. It takes an image of it and puts it onscreen. It’s pressure
sensitive so if I press in deep, it will show a deeper presence on screen, so
it gives me tissue feedback, kind of like you do when you hand cast.” They run
the scanner across the remaining limb, to make the prosthetic limb match the
size and shape.</span></div>
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have an image on screen. I manipulated it to what I need it to do to allow the
patient to stand up. There’s areas we want to put pressure on, there’s areas we
don’t want to put pressure on. I do all that and I send the file to Scotty, who’s
our technician.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This
is an example of someone’s limb, after manipulation. <span id="goog_1112347325"></span></span><span id="goog_1112347326"></span><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Michael
showed us his computer rendition of the scan. “This is what our socket will end
up looking like when we’re finished,” he said. “We put space in for bones,
there’s a small bone at the top of your leg a little nerve runs behind it just
like your funny bone only it’s in your leg. So the kneecap sits up in here and
the end of the bone we build out, because there’s usually just skin and bone
like your shinbone - not much coverage. We try and make it a little between the
bones we squeeze, on the medial side of the fibula bones we squeeze. If we make
it triangular shape, when you move, the prosthesis moves as well.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The CAD drawing gives Michael a vision
of what everything will look like. He demonstrated how he can rotate the image
and look at it from behind and down inside it to make sure he likes what he’s
seeing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He explains that what he sees
when he scans someone is “more or less what we see if we have someone sitting
on the table.” Michael points to areas on the screen, “All these areas, I
create to help him stand up. It disperses weight and pressure, kind of like a
bed of nails…if you don’t feel any of them, you won’t have any problems, if you
feel one of them, it’s a problem.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Once Michael is pleased with the scan
and manipulations on screen and is sure he’s been able to disburse all the
pressure and body weight out, he sends the model to Scotty for carving. Michael
starts with the computer, but his partner Joe, prefers the traditional way by
hand casting a model first and making the changes and then scanning it in and
sending it to Scotty. </span></div>
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then showed us a room full of blank forms and a lathe.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He explained that the lathe has a CNC
processer, and carves in 2 planes as it moves. The material they use is harder
than Styrofoam because they have to pull plastic over it and they don’t want it
to compress. They send the file to the lathe, carve it, and then end up with
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Once
they have a carved model, all patients receive a diagnostic socket. This
diagnostic socket is clear, so the team can stand the patient upright, check to
make sure everything’s fitting properly, make sure they have pressure where
it’s needed, and make sure they don’t have pressure where they don’t want it.
The diagnostic socket is made from a low-temperature plastic, so that if
there’s an area causing issue, Michael and team can take it off and heat it up,
make a change, cool it down and slide it back on.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“We can modify the diagnostic socket and 90%
of the time the patient can walk on this, so they know statically and
dynamically how it feels,” said Michael. “Standing may feel good, but walking
around may feel different because the body’s doing different things.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">After
the<span style="color: red;"> </span>carving<span style="color: #bf8f00; mso-themecolor: accent4; mso-themeshade: 191;"> </span>is complete, a clear plastic
pre-form dome goes into the oven, with adapters that go on the end – depending
on what they intend to put into the socket.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The oven vacuum forms the plastic based on time and temperature. They
then trim the piece out and end up with a plastic socket ready for adapters
that they can then attach to a tube system and a foot. “We want them to try it
on and stand,” said Michael. “We want them to stand and walk on the feet
they’re going to use, because it’s going to feel different with different feet
on there. Again, if we need to make changes, we can heat it up, press it out,
cool it down and slide it back up on them, to make sure everything’s
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The
challenge is finding the right match with the patient’s wants and the patient’s
needs. “What they think they want and what they actually need may be
different,” said Michael. “There are a series of tests that are pretty
predictive of patient’s ability, for newer patients, that’s done during the
measurement. If you can walk with a walker or with crutches, vs. some who’s in
a wheelchair – that helps determine what kind of feet or knee components we’re
going to start with.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">New amputees receive what’s called a
preparatory prosthesis, which is designed to get them walking in therapy and
limb shrinkage.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The preparatory is
designed to get the patient down to a stabilized size, once muscles complete
their atrophy and stop losing mass. This process takes about 4-6 months after a
patient starts walking. At that point in time, it’s time to start all over
again – it’s time for the new leg.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“We use a gel liner, either silicon,
urethane<span style="color: #bf8f00; mso-themecolor: accent4; mso-themeshade: 191;"> </span>or
TPE plastic to cushion and protect the skin,” continued Michael. “Almost everybody
can benefit from having a gel liner against the skin. It grips the skin, it
protects the skin from rubbing blistering and irritations, that’s why it’s so
universally used. Some have a pin that goes into a lock, and that acts as
suspension, so as they move the prosthesis moves with them.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Prosthetics
have certainly come a long way in appearance thanks to today’s technology. “We
can do any color a patient wants,” said Michael. “If patients bring us a shirt,
or something special they want on their prosthesis, we can laminate that on
there with a clear coat, so whatever the fabric on there can show through.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">We mentioned how important it is to
understand the patient’s lifestyle and goals. “We never want the prosthesis to
limit someone, but we don’t want to build it so technical that they can’t use
it, or can’t generate enough force to use it,” said Michael. “People always say
they want ‘the best,’ and they associate the best with the most expensive. I
can fit you with a Porsche, I can fit you with a Combine. If you’re a farmer,
the Porsche is not going to help you. The cost is about the same. It’s really
about finding out what your needs are and fitting you with the best product to
fit your needs. Then you’ll get the most out of it.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“There are dynamic feet, which will
give energy in return, and there are energy absorbing feet to give you lots of
motion,” Michael says. “If you’re hopping up and down on trucks, you may need
something that has a lot of cushion, if you’re walking around a constructions site,
you want something that will give you all kinds of side to side motion, because
you’re stepping over all kinds of terrain and if you’re sitting in an office
all day, you’ll want a smooth foot, if you’re a runner, you’ll want something
that allows you to do that.” The process is really about patient matching. Same
thing with prosthetic knees, there are a plethora of options depending on
patient capabilities and needs.”</span></div>
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progressive and honest approach to getting patients back to their daily lives.
They have a number of amputees on staff, allowing them to have a unique
perspective on their patient’s daily challenges and how to prevail. They know
their job is not done when the prosthetic is finished – they have resources for
patients, such as support groups and county and state<span style="color: #bf8f00; mso-themecolor: accent4; mso-themeshade: 191;"> </span>resources
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</style>Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0Richmond, VA, USA37.5407246 -77.436048137.339233099999994 -77.758771599999989 37.7422161 -77.1133246tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-11772085935286860672018-02-23T11:14:00.000-08:002018-02-23T11:18:22.580-08:00Marathon Man<style>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Geep Schurman, aka Ahab, was born with
fibular hemimelia, which is a deformity of the limb’s bone structure and
associated muscle and tendons, often defined as </span><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">congenital
absence of the fibula. It is the most common long bone deficiency of the
extremities</span><span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">. Geep
explained, “I had no fibula, and a deformed right foot with only 3 toes… the
entire right leg was shorter than the left. Before my amputation, my orthopedic
specialist fitted me with a full-leg brace, which was referred to as an appliance.”
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">In those days,
Geep called his appliance a “contraption” to help with his mobility. The
apparatus employed lace-up thigh and calf corsets, a buttocks ring for weight
support, knee hinges and steel support rods and a series of leather restraint
straps. He wore this apparatus from the time he was 2 years of age until he was
10. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">At 10, he had
his leg amputated, 7 inches below the knee. Even with the amputation, his first
prosthetic limb had metal rods, hinged at the knee, with a thigh corset, a buttocks
ring and leather hamstring restraints behind the knee. “The noticeable
difference in the new appliance,” Geep said, “was below the knee… since my foot
was now gone, the prosthetic technicians fashioned a wooden socket conformed to
the shape of the residual limb (stump) with a rubber foot attached to the end.”<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Geep’s
experience with Powell began in the early 1950s before they were even in
business as Powell. “Marvin F. Pollard’s orthotic and prosthetics shop was a
block or two east of MCV on Broad Street,” said Geep. “They worked primarily
with amputees, but also helped me before my amputation, with adjustments to,
and the actual fabrication of my appliances. I remember my dad taking me in
that shop many a time for fittings and adjustments. I continued with Pollard
until my amputation in 1956… by then Tommy Powell, Sr. had purchased and
relocated the business to 414 West Broad Street,” said Geep. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">His particular type of prosthesis was a
“Patella Tendon Bearing” (PTB), so named because it was designed to bear all
his body weight on the strongest part of the residual limb. For a period of
roughly 10 years post amputation, Geep had numerous minor surgeries to remove
cysts that would form due to pressure changes in the knee area. Every surgery
was followed by a recovery period, during which Geep was not able to wear the
prosthesis… and each surgery slightly altered the fit of the prosthesis. “I
would systematically visit Powell where they would “always” take the time
necessary to help me walk comfortably again.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">In 2012, Geep
went to Powell with a new request. “I told them I wanted to run,” said Geep.
“My wife is a marathon runner… I want to run a marathon too!” He met with Joe
Sullivan, one of the Powell partners who is also a BK (below the knee) amputee.
Joe was a Paralympic volleyball player, and currently coaches several local
teams, so he totally ‘got it’ when Geep said, “I want to run a marathon.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“Joe takes the time to listen,” continued
Geep. “He’s always right there to help me. I told Joe I wanted a leg that I
could run on, moreover, that I was interested in distance running.” Geep’s
trust in Joe was rewarded. Geep said, “Joe put together a leg for me that
allowed me to run the 2014 marathon in Richmond!” </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Not only did he
finish, but he also did it on a compressed training schedule due to a bout of
tongue cancer. “By August 2013, I was ready to run that year’s marathon,” said
Geep, “but I was diagnosed with tongue cancer and was in treatment until
December that year. After removal of my feeding tube in March of 2014, I was
back in training.” He ran the Monument Avenue 10K, the Patrick Henry Half and
completed the 2014 Richmond marathon in November. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">He didn’t train
much from January of 2016 until May of 2017 while his wife, DeeDee, was
undergoing treatment for metastatic breast cancer. “I wanted to spend that time
with her and didn’t train,” he reflected. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Subsequently,
Geep channeled his emotions into training with Team DD KIWI, the novice
marathon training team, that was named in his wife’s honor. “When she passed, I
joined the novice team, but my prosthesis wasn’t fitting correctly,” said Geep.
“Five years of below the knee atrophy had seriously compromised the fit.” </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">He went to see
Joe at Powell to replace his limb. He told Joe, “I want to upgrade from my
current ‘Variflex’ to a ‘Cheetah’ foot,” which is the choice of many distance
runners. “But - I want it to be an every day leg too…. not just for running.”
Powell answered the challenge. Building a prosthesis with a cheetah foot is
more labor-intensive, and time consuming, and between each stage of completion,
test-runs are necessary. By the middle of October it was ready. Geep remembers,
“The process was challenging, but the results were so worth the time and
effort. The ‘Cheetah’ is more comfortable than any of my previous legs.” </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Geep hadn’t
trained since mid-July. “I started the marathon anyway,” he said. “even though
I only made it 22 miles. It wasn’t about winning or losing… only to have fun
and to honor my wife. I had the support of the entire marathon training team,
the encouragement of my running partners and DeeDee’s indomitable spirit… and
thankfully, the dedication of Powell. My plan is to get that medal in 2018 and
to enjoy the journey.” </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">With
determination like his – we have no doubt he will.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Connie Moe is a firecracker of a woman from Richmond, Virginia. Though
only 4’10” in height, her personality is as big as they come. Being an amputee
hasn’t slowed her down one bit, and her story and determination to lead an
active lifestyle is inspiring.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;">I’ve
always been athletic. I’m not particularly good at any sport, but love them
all,” she said. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Connie completed her first
10K in 2002, “</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;">One of the things I enjoyed
most about doing a 10K was the training – that was as much fun as the 10K
itself,” she said.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was during that race
that she began to have issues with her ankle.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“I ran
the 2002 10K in Richmond and after the race my ankle looked like it had a goose
egg on it,” she said. “I went to several physicians, but could never get the
problem fixed.” After a number of attempts to resolve the issue, she started
considering her alternatives. “I had heard about ankle replacements,” said
Connie, “I thought might be a smart option. After so many surgeries, the idea
of a new leg and ankle sounded great to me!”</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Connie
continued, “I went to a world renown specialist in ankle replacement, who initially
did not want to take me on as a patient because of my age.” At this point, it
was now 2005, 3 years after her initial issues with her ankle. “But after he
talked with me and found out I was a personal trainer, and had taught exercise
classes since 1985, he agreed to see me and then accepted me as a patient.” For
Connie, exercise is an essential activity, so it was important to her to be
able to maintain an active lifestyle. </span></div>
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ankle replacement was fraught with complications. “After the surgery, I
contracted MRSA. At first, I didn’t understand that MRSA was why the replacement
wasn’t taking the way it should. I had IV medications at home, I had to go to
the hospital several times and my husband had to keep driving me back and forth
to Baltimore, it was a mess.”</span></div>
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the course of trying to repair her ankle, Connie had a total of 17 surgeries
dealing with the different things to get her back up and running. “I went up
for one more surgery and I told my husband, ‘I’m ready just to have this thing
gone,’” said Connie. At this point, the physician and Connie agreed – it was
time to amputate. Amazingly, Connie was happy. “I was just delighted to get rid
of that nasty ankle that wouldn’t do anything,” she said.</span></div>
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MRSA entered into the bone and there was no way to get rid of it,” Connie
continued. “After 2 years of not being able to function in the manner to which
I was accustomed, I told the physicians to take the foot and ankle - surely
anything is better than this!” </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“After the amputation, my husband
standing by me, he said ‘you got a foot.’ The physicians had put me into an air
cast, wrapped around my leg, with a foot at the bottom – and I walked out of
there with that foot on my leg,” said Connie. She continued to use that until
she healed enough to receive a prosthetic.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Being raised in </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;">Richmond, she was already familiar with Powell. “One of
my class mates had cerebral palsy and used Powell for his stabilizers, so when
it became apparent I'd need a prosthetic it never occurred to me to go anyone
else but Powell.” </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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helped that I was in good physical condition when I lost my leg,” she said.
“Even during recovery, I still taught and worked with clients as a personal
trainer and continued teaching exercise class.” I’m 82 years old and I maintain
my certification as a personal trainer and still teach classes twice a week.” </span></div>
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\<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Connie is also an active advocate for amputees.
In April, she went</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">
to Washington, DC with a group of other amputees and advocates to ask legislators
to support continuing care for amputees. Supported by the Amputee Coalition of
American, the group visited with senators and legislators with their message on
why it was important to continue medical care for amputees. “It was a bit of an
amazing site,” said Connie. “We were put out on capital hill – all these people
with prosthetics put out over that hill in crazy heat, but we were on a
mission.” Florida Congressman Brian Mast, an Afghanistan veteran, visited with
them during the afternoon. Mast is a double amputee after an IED blast during
his final tour took both of his legs in 2010.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When asked what words of encouragement she might
have for those facing the loss of a limb, Connie’s advice first and foremost is
to have to have a sense of humor about everything – even about a lost limb.
Next, she says, “Get a good prosthetic and USE IT. Whatever the limb loss, use
that prosthetic, learn to work it and just use it as much as you can. Don’t
favor it – don’t treat it as what it is. Try not to limit yourself.”</span></div>
Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-35735631890171775802017-12-07T07:24:00.000-08:002017-12-07T07:24:38.675-08:00“You can do whatever you set your mind to do.”
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Powell, we understand the emotional and physical changes that come with the
trauma of losing a limb. Our goal is to provide you with not only a device but also
a network of organizations and care to help you realize your potential.<br />
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That’s why we are active in a support group for amputees, their families and
loved ones. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">Amputee
support groups provide a unique place for amputees and their family members and
caregivers to connect with others who have overcome similar challenges while
interacting with those who understand their daily struggles. Support groups provide
emotional support, information, fellowship and so much more.</span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">We
talked to Michelle Francis, RN, and Lisa Wright, who are both amputees about
the importance of support groups to amputees. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">“The
amputee support group is the only one in the greater Richmond area, and the
only one specifically for amputees,” Michelle says. “There’s a calendar of
events, and we usually host a function every month.”</span></div>
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great about this organization is the interaction among attendees,” Michelle
continues. “We don’t just have a meeting where you come and sit and just talk
-<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>it’s actually something to do.” The
group offers archery, tennis golf – just about any sport that you can imagine. We
partner with a cool organization called </span><a href="https://www.sportable.org/"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">Sportable</span></a><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">.”</span></div>
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is almost like YMCA for people with disabilities,” Lisa adds. “We go there and
do all sorts of different activities.”</span></div>
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explains: “In previous years we’ve even had a swimming event – a lot of the
amputees had not been swimming since they had their amputation, so thanks to
this event, they got to try adaptive equipment for swimming and got back in the
pool for the first time in a long time.” </span></div>
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support group even helps people in bigger ways. “One guy has received a
scholarship to college for wheelchair basketball,” Michelle says. “He had the
desire to go to school, but not necessarily the means, and the scholarship was
a result his involvement in this support group.”</span></div>
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it’s at the Powell office, and sometimes it’s out in the community. We try to
set it up so that each month it’s something different.” Sometimes the group goes
out to dinner or to a social event, like a recent trip to the Beer Brewing
Company for a meeting and dinner. Sometimes they will have a guest speaker who
talks about new prosthesis technologies. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">“We’ve
even had speakers on very specific topics only amputees have to deal with, like
how you handle winter issues with slick surfaces or sweating in the summer with
your appliance,” Lisa says.</span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">Both
Michelle and Lisa are amputees themselves. It’s hard to imagine people with a
more positive attitude about life after having a limb amputated.</span></div>
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has been an amputee for just over three years. “I had </span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">osteosarcoma,
which is a type of cancer that starts in the bones,” Michelle says. “I had to
have my left leg taken off at the hip.” </span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;"></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">“I
first worked with another large prosthetic group in the area, but they couldn’t
get my prosthetic right. Most people with my sort of amputation use a cane or
other support to walk. Powell was able to develop the prosthesis that I use
today - with no other support.”</span></div>
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live on a farm,” she continues. “So I ride a four-wheeler, deal with constantly
walking on uneven ground, and I walk everywhere and don’t even think about it.”
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has been working at Powell for a few months as a patient care coordinator. She helps
with patients when they first come in, set up their appointments, gather
information, prepare their charts and</span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;"> handle
insurance information.</span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">“Powell
built my prosthesis,” she says. “I used to work for a rehab center and a lot of
our clients went to Powell. When I was ready for a career change, they had a
few things open and I applied and here I am.”</span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">Lisa
has been an amputee for 43 years. “At 7 years old, I was hit by a car while I
was riding a bicycle and lost my leg,” she recalls. “I always talk to people in
this situation and encourage them, and tell them, ‘Don’t sit at home, don’t
think that it’s a barrier – I have an amputation all the way up to the hip, and
I’m as active as anyone.’”</span></div>
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agrees, saying, “You can do whatever you set your mind to do. That’s the thing
about these support groups, it’s about meeting other people who continue to
live their lives and be successful.”</span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">Lisa
adds, “I tell people all the time, just to get out an do things, you can attend
the support groups and get some great ideas.” Lisa even started her own
business as an amputee. She connects amputees all over the world with shoes
through her business, </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Shufliconnection/"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">Shu Fli Amputee Connection</span></a><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">Both
older amputees and those who’ve recently become amputees benefit from the
support groups – and there’s something for everyone. It’s especially important
for others to connect with those with the same type of amputation, because they
face the same challenges. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">“Some
would never come to a traditional support group because they don’t want to talk
about it,” Michelle says. “Those are the people that get involved in our sport
events or social activities – different people respond in different ways.”</span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">“Being
an amputee literally makes you have to slow down. I can 100% say I am a much
more centered and focused person since my amputation.” For Michelle, she says
it’s “hard to tell who benefits the most from the support groups, the older
crowd really enjoys the socials, but once we started getting the younger crowd
in, they enjoy the social groups too. “</span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria;">Lisa
says the people who’ve had their amputations longer seem to participate more in
the support groups. “The newer amputees still have to adjust. Many may not have
a peer or another amputee they can talk to, so they’re very much just out there
and lost. When they do get involved, they see there’s a lot to offer in these
groups.”</span></div>
Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0Richmond, VA, USA37.5407246 -77.436048137.339233099999994 -77.758771599999989 37.7422161 -77.1133246tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-75716638592440281722017-10-04T09:26:00.000-07:002017-10-04T06:27:25.467-07:00Scotty Poindexter<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">Losing a limb is a life-changing experience. For
Scott Poindexter it also was the start of a career.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;">
<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">Scott is the lead orthotic and prosthetic
technician here at Powell. He’s the one fabricating and adjusting replacement
and supportive products to meet the needs of our patients. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;">
<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">He became an above-the-knee amputee in 1998
following a car accident while in high school. After his accident, Scott didn’t
know where his life would take him.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">“I was still in school and had to get up every
morning but I didn’t know if I could get a job. Life was turned upside down,”
he says.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It took some
time after being fitted with a prosthesis but once he mastered it, he said
bye-bye to his wheelchair. To gain credits for school, he volunteered at a
prosthetics office and eventually began employed laminating sockets and shaping
coverings. </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">He liked it so much he dedicate his life to helping
others regain their mobility.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMRZSiEly0oC-7aTLfQ15m9RyaLHqC-lj6rqF_cs7quvhpM1AIMHpiXxuUiImFLY9FWsvXtg_roMmarSxDRpx1aKBfUE5PwSdRIF8wcXbFU-PrGbiV49rdob5aVG50O8N6lqP-fu6oNes/s1600/scotty-poindexter-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="248" data-original-width="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMRZSiEly0oC-7aTLfQ15m9RyaLHqC-lj6rqF_cs7quvhpM1AIMHpiXxuUiImFLY9FWsvXtg_roMmarSxDRpx1aKBfUE5PwSdRIF8wcXbFU-PrGbiV49rdob5aVG50O8N6lqP-fu6oNes/s1600/scotty-poindexter-2.jpg" /></a></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">Now, with 10 years at
Powell, Scott is in a unique position as both a technical expert and as someone
who has been there.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;">
<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">“I get to help people move on after what life has
thrown at them,” he explains. “As an amputee myself, I tell patients, hey, I</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">’ve been there. I am there. If I can do it, so
can you.”</span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">“When I work
with new patients I hear a lot, ‘You walk so well,’” he says. “I tell people,
‘you will also.’ I’ve had much experience. You put in the work and time and
you’ll get there too. Having a practitioner amputee working with amputees
brings a sense of understanding to our patients. I know exactly what you’re
talking about and what your concerns might be.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0Richmond, VA, USA37.5407246 -77.436048137.339233099999994 -77.758771599999989 37.7422161 -77.1133246tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-91585099873616655702017-07-28T08:42:00.000-07:002017-07-28T08:42:14.253-07:00Dealing with Scoliosis – Caroline’s Story<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;">
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Scoliosis
is an abnormality of the spine that includes a curvature to the side. It occurs
most often during the growth spurt just before puberty. Many curvatures resolve
on their own, but some progress throughout the growth period and more severe
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">We talked to Anne Ewald, whose daughter, Caroline, is a
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">“Caroline
was diagnosed in 2015, when she was going for her 10<sup>th</sup> annual
checkup with the general practitioner,” Anne recalls. “When she did the typical
‘bend over and touch your toes’ test, the doctor noticed a curve and suggested
we get her checked. At that time, she had a mild ‘S Curve’ with a 16-degree
curve on top and a 14-degree curve on the bottom. The doctor advised us to come
back in four months for a recheck.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">By early 2016,
“The top curvature had increased to 21 degrees and the bottom to 16,” Anne
continued. “At that point, there had been a 5-degree increase within that short
time period, so a brace was prescribed. The physician suggested she start
wearing a brace because of her young age and the speed of the progression of
curvature.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">After a
consultation with Powell, Caroline soon started wearing the </span><strong><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Scoliosis TLSO
(Thoracic-Lumbar-Sacral Orthosis), sometimes referred to as the Boston Brace. </span></strong><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It
manages the progression of scoliosis by bending the spine at specific locations.
This brace is made by taking over 25 anatomical measurements and using x-rays
as well as a CAD/CAM system to accurately place “unbending moments” in brace.
It is then made of a flexible, yet rigid lightweight plastic.<strong><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">Caroline was
told that she needed to wear the TLSO brace full time, while she was both awake
and asleep. “We were stunned by that,” admitted Anne. “We were thinking that at
most, she’d just wear it to bed, so that part was a little shocking.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">Luckily,
Anne stated that Caroline is a very even-keeled child – and very practical. “In
Caroline’s head,” said Anne, “She’s getting a curve in her spine, so she needs
to wear the brace – that’s that.” Anne admitted that even though Caroline
wasn’t happy about it, she knew it’s what she needed to do. “It took a little
getting used to,” Anne said, “probably more on my end than hers.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">Helping her stay active<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">Caroline is
a gymnast – not exactly something you would think could be continued while
wearing a rigid brace for scoliosis treatment. Anne was pleasantly surprised to
learn that wasn’t the case.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">“Caroline is
a competitive gymnast, and we were concerned that she would not be able to
continue,” said Anne. “We were so thrilled when the doctor encouraged her to
continue gymnastics, and gave her permission to remove the brace during
practice.” Anne said the physician explained that gymnastics improves core
strength and core strength helps to support the back, and they encouraged
physical activity throughout treatment. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">Caroline
took the treatment well. “Initially, she was wearing the brace probably 20 to
22 hours a day. She was very concerned about making sure it was helping and
having it on,” Anne said. “She really adjusted to it crazy quickly.” Anne
believes that Caroline’s gymnastics training helped her agility and because of
that the brace didn’t inhibit her in any kind of physical activities. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">The </span><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">TLSO is
frequently a two-piece plastic clamshell design (it may be a single piece that
opens in the front or rear) that extends from the pelvis to just below the
collarbones. Anne described the brace “</span><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">like
a hard cast that she gets in sideways, and it circles her body and in the back,
there are three Velcro straps that you pull to make it tight around her, like a
hard-shell corset … <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">“It took us
awhile to get used to the change in clothing, but most people did not notice that
she was wearing the brace.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">Anne said
the staff a Powell was especially helpful during Caroline’s treatment. “They
have definitely made a difference – by helping us become accustomed to having
the back brace there, and being so super nice, friendly and helpful.” Anne
mentioned Beth Martin, who designed Caroline’s brace, by saying “Any time we
had a question, she was like ‘come on in, we’ll have a chat.’ She was great and
still is to this day.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">Anne
continued: “They were very encouraging to me, and made Caroline feel like she
was normal and this was just a small bump in the road.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif;">Today,
Caroline’s spinal top curve has diminished, but the bottom curve is still being
treated. She has graduated from the TLSO brace into a Charleston Bending Brace
that she wears at night. “We’re keeping our fingers crossed that it does its
job and hoping that we’ll go back in six months and the doctor says ‘It’s
better.’” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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an amputation and considering a prosthesis can be an emotionally draining and
financially confusing experience.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">While prosthetic devices help to get back to life, it
helps to have someone to talk to every step of the way.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">That’s why Powell offers a </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">mentoring program for both orthotic and
prosthetic patients to understand the process from someone who has already
worked with Powell. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">“We
feel education plays a vital role to facilitate positive patient outcomes and
progress patients toward community re-entry and independence,” says </span><span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Joe
Sullivan, owner of Powell Orthotics and Prosthetics and himself an amputee. “</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Our first meeting with
the patient could be one of the most important. That meeting should be personable
and informative and help to contribute to a more positive outcome.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Powell’s
mentoring program also coordinates an introduction between two similar patients
based on ability, disability or disease to help them understand and more
quickly adapt to their new situation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">“I encourage physicians to consider early intervention,
even pre-surgical, to prepare the patient for what to expect,” Joe says. “Some
patients may have an amputation and sit there for three weeks until they’re
ready for the prosthetic device. It’s incredibly helpful to be able to have
someone to talk to about different levels of amputation, about activities and
even what it’s like to deal with insurance.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Knowing another amputee to talk to is essential, he adds.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">“A lot of amputees go through the stages of denial at
first,” Joe says. “We help them through that. It’s going to occur. It’s normal
to go through that. Having someone to ask questions like how to drive, how to
shower and the best way to sleep is so important. Once they get their device
they’ll have questions.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">He became an amputee at the age of six months due to
cancer. He can explain to kids what it’s like to grow up with a prosthetic
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">“With the mentoring program you get a little of everything
depending on your activity and goals,” Joe says. “It’s all about helping people
</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">maximize their abilities
and putting them on an equal playing field.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Along
with Joe, all of Powell’s mentors are certified through the </span><a href="http://www.amputee-coalition.org/support-groups-peer-support/certified-peer-visitor-program/#.WVO2oITyuM9"><span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Amputee Coalition of America.</span></a><span style="color: #1f497d;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Powell Orthotics and Prostheticshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255358243078469705noreply@blogger.com0Richmond, VA, USA37.5407246 -77.436048137.339233099999994 -77.758771599999989 37.7422161 -77.1133246tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597262793512136946.post-45214879200937594782017-06-29T14:00:00.000-07:002017-07-12T20:37:09.308-07:00Stay dry and clean this summer<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The summer heat and humidity – not to mention the lure of
the beach – can wreak havoc for amputees.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">“Sweating is the biggest thing, especially in a hot and
humid area like Richmond and particularly when you’re active or in the sand and
salt water,” says Joe Sullivan, owner of Powell Orthotics and Prosthetics and
himself an amputee and Paralympic volleyball champion. “So staying dry and
clean is especially important.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">While gel liners typically help to protect your skin from friction,
a little extra TLC is needed to keep prosthetics – and yourself -- clean in the
sweltering summer. Joe offers some tips:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">When cleaning your liner, stay away from anti-bacterial soaps or those with dyes or perfumes. Use mild soap instead to combat bacteria that builds up on the gel liners, especially when the gel gets wet. Gel liners take the brunt of sweat, sealing off skin pores. Gel liners take the brunt of sweat, sealing off skin pores. Be sure to clean you liner daily.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Wipe gel liner with rubbing alcohol once a week. While soap takes care of the effects of perspiration on your liner, wiping gel liners will reduce bacteria to keep your skin healthier.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Wear the right socks. In the summer most people retain fluids due to humidity, which can lead to reduction of socks. However, those who are active in the summer may need more socks because your leg or arm can shrink. See what's best for you.</span></span></li>
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<ul><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0SYD6D5h0-tWnX0DCnLttNqo0dm2r7YNsGuwU3A9sCN6aITusgIbIc-4mtLU8GPvc7XSdvurk7zXvGUAmONAy67cwxWJXbw0pib2B5OEanTYk6oK55WPLrzHI_VlwuWcZbT5Fxd_C13I/s1600/Powell-Dry-Clean-Summer-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="456" data-original-width="377" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0SYD6D5h0-tWnX0DCnLttNqo0dm2r7YNsGuwU3A9sCN6aITusgIbIc-4mtLU8GPvc7XSdvurk7zXvGUAmONAy67cwxWJXbw0pib2B5OEanTYk6oK55WPLrzHI_VlwuWcZbT5Fxd_C13I/s200/Powell-Dry-Clean-Summer-2.jpg" width="165" /></a>
<li><span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Going into the ocean is OK as long as you take precautions afterward. Carbon-fiber and titanium devices do fine in salt water but salt will corrode aluminum. Be sure to rinse well after a dip in the ocean, preferably soaking your device in a pool or bathtub shortly after.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif;"><br /></span>
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<li><span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Clean your device daily and lay it down to dry, using your second prosthetic in the meantime.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">"Amputees are going to live their lives and they don't slow down for the heat of the summer," Joe says. "Just know how to care for your prosthetic so it lasts longer."</span></div>
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