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National Sample Characteristics
In Australia, there are some 8000 lower limb amputations (LLA) performed annually. Despite a variety of targeted interventions, such as the increased availability of high-risk foot clinics and clear guidelines for their delivery, there has not been a reduction in the...
Has anybody got a screwdriver?
TAS director Bruce Frankcombe sent these shots from Maatsuyker island lighthouse where he and his wife are acting as caretakers for the next 3 months. As Bruce points out: “I definitely need a contingency plan if something goes wrong with a prosthesis in this...
TAS is recruiting Peer Support Volunteers
It’s important not to let your amputation get in the way of doing the things you want to do. Mostly you can make adaptions to enable you to participate in the activities you want to. TAS has operated A Peer Support programme since 2012. The recent acquisition of...