Ireland Nugent’s new prosthetic legs!
We fit Ireland Nugent with new prosthetic legs last week. Feeling much more comfortable with the process this time, she even helped Stan cast the molds! Ireland’s New Legs!♥ #NoBoundaries
Celeste Corcoran, Moving Forward!
Celeste Corcoran attended a CAF running clinic in Boston this weekend. You’re looking great, Celeste! ♥ Click here to view NBC newscast #BostonStrong #MovingForward
WKMG update on Ireland Nugent
Following news story was filmed at POA last week. Ireland Nugent update WKMG Orlando
POA’s Evan Strong, Para-Snowboard Cross World Champion
Meet Evan Strong, POA client onthe Road to #Sochi2014 #ParalympicAthlete #TeamUSA! Last month, Evan Strong spent a week here at POA being fit with a new custom elevated-vacuum prosthetic socket to optimize his performance on the slopes. Just before he returned to the Olympic Training Center in Colorado, Strong demonstrated some of the core and agility exercises he does as part of his training for the 2014 paralympic games. Click
POA Patient Spotlight – Hanna O’Brien
16-year-old Hanna O’Brien is a confident, caring and intensely spiritual young lady. People of all ages and backgrounds are drawn to her sweet nature and nurturing personality. Born with congenital limb difference, Hanna’s left leg extends just 3 inches below the knee-cap. Her right hand has only a thumb and her left hand has nubs where her index and middle fingers would be. Her parents believed from the beginning that
Bella says, “Look at me walking all by myself!”
Bella’s proud mom shot this video footage of her first “solo” steps on her prosthetic legs. We are so proud of this strong and beautiful girl! 3-year-old Bella has come a long way since she was adopted and arrived in the U.S. last November and became part of a wonderful, loving family of six. We are blessed to have her as a member of our POA family as well! <3
Leo Morales, Hip Disarticulate Amputee, #MovingForward!
Following message is from POA patient Leo Morales of Mexico. We are blessed to be part of your team, Leo! “The Doctor’s said because of the cancer and because i am a Hip Disarticulated i will not even wear a prosthetic leg. Thanks to God, Stan Patterson, all the POACFL team, my loved wife , family and friends for all the support. Now I’m able to walk and also to
Little Jack Adapting Well to his New Leg, 8/19/2013
We love sharing your videos! Here’s one of Jack towing his wagon 1 week after he received his new leg! ♥ Click here to view video–> Jack Towing his Wagon #Awesome #MovingForward
Way To Go, Tim Houston!
After 4 years of trying (and trying again), Tim, a high level above knee amputee, learned how to ride a bike. Congratulations, buddy! Click here for video –> Tim riding his bike #WayToGo #Determination
POA on Central Florida Spotlight
POA was featured on WFTV Channel 9 “Central Florida Spotlight” today! POA on Central Florida Spotlight . . . . #BostonStrong #POAOrlando #amputees #prosthetics