Take It to the Next Level During Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month
Hanger Clinic is recognizing Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month (LLLDAM) by launching the #MyNextLevel24 campaign designed to empower people with limb loss or limb difference to embrace the “Next Level” in their life. Whether it’s a personal goal, career goal, or mental or physical health goal, Hanger Clinic is excited to support our staff, patients, and the limb loss and limb difference community at large in achieving new heights this year.
With millions of people living with limb loss and exponentially more at risk for amputation, chances are you will encounter someone who has faced or is facing this difficult journey.1 For many people living with limb loss or limb difference, the journey to rediscovering what’s possible is not always easy. The good news is that being fit with a prosthesis may help ease some of these challenges. Research shows that prosthetic care positively impacts quality of life, mobility, and satisfaction and can lead to a reduction in overall direct healthcare costs (up to nearly $100,000 if a prosthesis is received 0-3 months post-amputation).2,3 There are a variety of custom prosthetic solutions available through Hanger Clinic to help people with all levels of limb loss and limb difference achieve their goals and improve their outcomes.
Facts About Limb Loss
Discover more about the common causes of limb loss and limb difference, and opportunities to overcome challenges and embrace life.
My Next Level 2024
The #MyNextLevel24 campaign kicked off on April 1, 2024, as part of the celebration of LLLDAM. Limb loss and limb difference affects millions of people across the world, including every socioeconomic status, race, gender, and age.
While limb loss is caused by external factors (most commonly due to vascular disease, trauma, and cancer), many people are born with a congenital limb difference. People living with limb loss and limb difference often face unique challenges, and #MyNextLevel24 is focused on celebrating our community members and the journey they take in striving to achieve their goals.
My Journey, My Pace, My Next Level
Throughout the month of April, members of the limb loss and limb difference community are encouraged to post photos and videos to their social media channels to celebrate their individual achievements, goals, and milestones using the hashtag using #MyNextLevel24 and #LLLDAM.
Additionally, there will be a challenge each Tuesday in April to keep the momentum going! Visit the #MyNextLevel2024 website to view the weekly April challenges and learn more.
About Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month
The Amputee Coalition founded Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month in 2010 to help give the limb loss and limb difference community a platform and a voice. Throughout the month and all year long, the organization supports those with limb loss through numerous activities, resources, advocacy, and action.
Request a Free Evaluation
If you or someone you love is looking for personalized prosthetic care, get in touch with a board-certified prosthetist at a Hanger Clinic near you.
References
1. Amputee Coalition. Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month. Accessed April 1, 2024. 2. Wurdeman, Shane R., et al. “Mobility Analysis of AmpuTees (MAAT I): Quality of Life and Satisfaction Are Strongly Related to Mobility for Patients with a Lower Limb Prosthesis.” Prosthetics and Orthotics International, vol. 42, no. 5, Oct. 2018, pp. 498–503. 3. Miller, Taavy A. MSPO, CPO; Paul, Rajib PhD; Forthofer, Melinda PhD; Wurdeman, Shane R. PhD Impact of Time to Receipt of Prosthesis on Total Healthcare Costs 12 Months Postamputation, American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, vol. 99, iss. 11, Nov. 2020, p. 1026.
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