Bella taking Big Steps Toward Independence!
Less than a month after she took her first steps, Bella stopped in to show us what she is doing now! Way to go, Bella! ♥ Click here to view video of Bella #POAProud
Rollerblading on a Prosthetic Leg?? Ellie Can!
Amputee rollerblading?? Who wants to give it a try? #Believe #POAKids #WeCan Click here to view video of Ellie Rollerblading
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
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
Franklin Mejias – Embracing the Journey and Celebrating Life, 8/14/13
Franklin Mejias, meningitis survivor and quadrilateral amputee, is focused on living his life without limits!! See video–> Franklin Mejias #Believe #FranklinStrong #Inspired
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
Video preview of “Central Florida Spotlight” feature on POA!
Video preview of “Central Florida Spotlight” feature on POA which will air this Sunday, 8/11 at 12:30pm on #WFTV Channel 9. –>Preview video of POA on Central Florida Spotlight #WFTV #POAOrlando #Prosthetic #POA #Channel 9 #Orlando #Prosthetics