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Tag: prosthetics

Why You (and Your Kids) Should Watch the 2016 Paralympic Games

August 25, 2016December 8, 2017Judy Berna

I wear a high tech foot. It’s worth every penny of its $8,000 price tag. As much as I love my awesome foot, I am blown away by the technology that will be packed in suitcases, headed to Rio soon.

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Walking On A Foot That Costs More Than A Car

August 28, 2015December 3, 2017Judy Berna

Have an extra 70 grand lying around? Turns out you can buy a couple of cars… or a new prosthetic foot.

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Is It Okay To Turn Amputees Away at Amusement Park Rides?

July 25, 2015December 3, 2017Judy Berna6

Should amusement parks be allowed to turn away amputees, because of fears that their artificial limbs pose a danger? GeekMom Judy, an amputee herself, shares her thoughts on the subject.

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Amputee Round-Up: Prosthetics and Amputees in the News

July 24, 2015December 3, 2017Judy Berna

Here are some of the top stories in the news related to the world GeekMom Judy lives in.

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Being Cautious With News Stories About Prosthetics

February 23, 2015December 2, 2017Judy Berna3

Did you see the latest news article about prosthetic design? There might be more to the story than you think.

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What’s Up In the Amputee World?

February 18, 2015December 2, 2017Judy Berna

There are exciting things happening in the amputee community. Here’s a list of the highlights.

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The Freedom Cover – A Great Answer For Prosthetics And Orthotics

October 1, 2014November 23, 2017Judy Berna

The next post in a series GeekMom Judy is doing about new options in the world of prosthetic leg covers. This product works for prosthetics, but also changes the look of leg braces.

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UNYQ: The Price of Prosthetic Covers Is Coming Down!

September 16, 2014November 23, 2017Judy Berna

The next post in a series that GeekMom Judy is writing, about the new options available to amputees when they no longer wish to hide their prosthetic limbs. The design options are incredible, and finally becoming affordable.

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BeSpoke Innovations: An Artistic Take on Prosthetics

July 31, 2014November 23, 2017Judy Berna1

Now that prosthetics have become more functional, it’s time for them to become beautiful.

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A Summertime Tour of New Prosthetic Designs

July 16, 2014November 23, 2017Judy Berna1

With the increase in temperatures comes the switching from long pants to shorts. For an amputee, this might be more difficult than you think. Join us in exploring the fun new options in prosthetic design.

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Why You Should Look for Hardware in The Fault in Our Stars

May 22, 2014December 15, 2017Judy Berna

Sure, it’s a love story about two teens with cancer. But did they get the details right?

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The Best Gift I Received This Year

December 28, 2013November 24, 2017Judy Berna2

What’s the best thing you found under the tree this year? For GeekMom Judy, it was something she’ll use every single day of the year.

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How a Decade of Technology Helped This Amputee

August 8, 2013November 24, 2017Judy Berna4

Along with the changes in the hardware they wear, perceptions of amputees have changed in the past decade.

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