Amp'd

category: Personal Journals

Casual and informative conversations exploring issues pertinent to the limb loss community.

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Episodes:

The BCRA Deconstructed

6/23/2017
In this episode we analyze the BCRA in terms of how it relates and will impact the limb loss/ limb difference community.

6/4/2017
Ripped from the headlines, Dave and Peggy discuss the case of an amputee asking to prove competence when trying to sit in an airline exit row. Is it legal? Is it appropriate? We've done some digging and…

The Big Reveal

5/15/2017
How and when do you reveal your prosthetic use to casual acquaintances? Dave and Peggy tackle this social issue in this week's podcast.

Debunking the AHCA

5/8/2017
In this episode, Dave and Peggy deconstruct the AHCA in order to separate fact from fiction.

AHCA and YOU

5/4/2017
In this special edition podcast we deconstruct the passage of the AHCA in the House. What does the legislation mean for your prosthetic care, and what are the next steps.

A Day in the Life

5/1/2017
In this episode of amp'd, we unveil a new tool. Designed to capture a snapshot of your life, our portable and easy to use form will help you provide pertinent information to your prosthetist and physician(s).…

amp'd Activists- Another Call to Action

4/26/2017
In this special edition episode of amp'd, we issue another call to action for our amp'd activists. Learn about the current LCD legislation in the Senate, and ways to have your voices heard.

Interviewing Bob Gailey

4/24/2017
In this episode of amp'd, Dave and Peggy welcome special guest Bob Gailey. Bob is a world-renown physical therapist specializing in the care of individuals with limb loss.

amp'd Clinical Research Index

4/17/2017
In this episode of amp'd we unveil the amp'd Clinical Research Index. We have created the largest index of O&P research, aggregated it in a commonsense way and made it available to the community.

amp'd Amputee Bill of Rights

4/10/2017
We received an overwhelming amount of feedback and suggestions concerning our Amputee Bill of Rights. After sorting through all of the messages, Dave and Peggy refined the document. We are proud to offer…

Overcoming Fear

4/3/2017
In this week's episode of amp'd, Dave and Peggy share two unique stories focused on a common theme. Overcoming fear after limb loss can be challenging, but we agree that the rewards are worth the struggle.

Help Wanted: Amp'd Bill of Rights

3/26/2017
In this episode of amp'd, Dave and Peggy discuss the creation of the Amp'd Army Bill of Rights. What do you think are core values for the community? More importantly, what are yours?

Fighting Experimental and Investigational Denials

3/20/2017
In this episode of amp'd, Dave and Peggy provide the blueprint for drafting appeals based upon an investigational and experimental denial. Using the McGill method, we provide the steps and information…