After much anticipation, POA’s rock climbing wall is here! Be sure to check it out during your next visit! Rock climbing is a whole body workout that improves strength, endurance, and stamina. Ronnie Dickson – CP, AK amputee and experienced rock climber -is looking forward to introducing our patients to climbing!
For those of you who don’t know the story of Scout Bassett, the attached Challenged Athletes Foundation “Featured Athlete” article gives a good glimpse into her incredible life…. and she’s just getting started! 😉 click here—-> Scout Bassett
Bree McMahon was determined to return to the soccer field, and in the 2-1/2 years since the accident that resulted in the amputation of her leg, she has worked hard to make that dream a reality. On April 21st, Bree was put in as goalie in the final game of the spring exhibition season at Brevard College in North Carolina. “I was so nervous,” she said. ” “I was freaking
Ronnie Dickson, an AK amputee and prosthetist at POA, has just returned from another climbing endeavor. He’s been traveling all over the country in his quest to become the first amputee to reach the V10 bouldering grade – a huge accomplishment for ANY climber! One of Ronnie’s most recent climbs was in the Sierra Mountains (pictured here). You can read about this and other rock climbing activities he has been
Who says you can’t have fun at your prosthetist’s office? POA prosthetic resident and AK amputee Ronnie Dickson challenged Ellie to a cartwheel contest during her recent visit to our office. Can you guess who the winner was? Let’s just say this: Ronnie may be a rock climber, but Ellie definitely ROCKS!!!! click here to view video proof —>Rock Climber vs. Little Girl
The “First Climb” rock climbing clinic for amputees sponsored by POA was a huge success! Click on the following link for some photos from this great event. Participants included a few brave members of our POA family. 😉 Click here to see Kansas City Star photos >>
Another article on the Wounded Warriors all amputee softball team. This one includes photos as well as a link to the team’s website. Click here to read article >>
Drew Johnson, below knee amputee, demonstrates his wakeboarding skills using a prosthetic leg! Click here to see video >>
Tennis For Everyone! POA is sponsoring an adaptive tennis clinic on Friday, March 18, 2011 at the Caribe Royal Resort Tennis Courts. Come try adaptive tennis skills and drills. Clinic is open to anyone with a physical challenge. Click on this link to download a. First Volley Registration Form» We are also trying to schedule a “First Swing” Golf Clinic…details to follow.
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