It’s 1 week to go until the action begins in Tokyo
It is the Paralympics. Not the
other Olympics, Special Olympics, ParaOlympics, Para-o-lympics, the Olympics or anything else. The Paralympics/Paralympic Games is their only name & the way they should be referred to.
Have you had an amputation and participate in sport? Opportunity to be involved in research. For more information visit
https://t.co/rYJaCgpGKQ #amputeesports#limbloss
Join us for a special Virtually Speaking session on Zoom on Wednesday at 6pm all about phantom limb pain.
Kim Lyons trained both as a nurse and psychological therapist and will be talking about how to manage phantom limb pain. You can register here ➡️ https://t.co/1oRTIpwAmu
Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month continues through April the LA will be running events around phantom limb pain.
We will be hosting a Virtually Speaking session about phantom limb pain on the 14th and the next episode of ampLAfy will be covering the topic. #LLLDAM
A year on from the postponement of Tokyo 2020, go behind the scenes with our Paralympic hopefuls as they prepare for a Games like no other.
#ImpossibleToIgnore
If you need support, advice or questions answered.
The LA helpline is here for you Mon-Fri 9am-5pm providing helpful advice, signposting and a caring ear.
If you need to get in touch please don't hesitate to call 0800 644 0185.
⭐🦿 Incredible and inspirational 🦿⭐
"At just four years old Mia was diagnosed with sepsis. She is a quad amputee and her courage is an example for all of us 🙏 Never give up 💪"
🎥 @CoeurHandisport#FridayFeeling#ParaAthletics | @Paralympics
We are seeking people with upper-limb difference to participate in a survey to explore methods of improving prosthesis user experience. Upon completion of the survey you will be invited to register your interest in involvement in the research. Please RT! https://t.co/vybolQHhsj
‘Here are some words we should ALL describe ourselves using
We are BOLD, STRONG, INDEPENDENT, EMPOWERED, FEARLESS and PERFECT, all in our own ways.’ 🦾🧡
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❤️ The very wonderful @GiveTillyaHand
📸 @debbietoddphotographer
#yougogirl#limbdifference#beyou#reachcharity
A student at Swansea University is creating a customisable file for a prosthetic bike attachment for children with upper limb differences which can be 3D printed anywhere as part of her dissertation.
Questionnaire for parents:
https://t.co/PzGTUP0jq5
@SwanseaUni@LilMsResearch
PROSTHETICS COMMUNITY HELP After seeing a primary who is interested in yoga but has no idea where to start i've tried to do my own research but there is little out there. IF YOU KNOW ANY YOGA INSTRUCTORS KNOWLEDGEABLE IN ADAPTIVE YOGA OR KNOW ANY AMPUTEES INTERESTED PLEASE LMK
A member of the @AccessAbleUK team visited my placement hospital yday morning and it was really good to have a chat with him about the awesome work that the organisation does (short thread).
Really great to hear from @kieraroche & @Limbpowerandy this afternoon about the great work that they and others do through @LimbPower charity. Providing opportunities, advice and pathways to support people with limb differences to participate in activities and sport.
Disability Rights UK and Sense would like to find out if and how disabled people are staying active during the coronavirus outbreak. Please complete this short survey. Easy Read version also available. Use link to access survey. @DisRightsUK@sensecharity https://t.co/DnWNDX0HbK
If you require support from a Volunteer Visitor this can still be arranged albeit over the phone, contact us now to book in your telephone meeting and get the support you deserve! For more info get in touch or see the flyer attached https://t.co/Nxhtyy4Q2b