<r>The Wilmer carrying orthosis is a Dutch invention. It used to be available to individuals in the UK through Amboise UK, but I'm not sure if that company still exists.<br/> <br/> Try dealing direct with the manufacturers in the Netherlands<br/> <URL url="http://www.ocp.tudelft.nl/mms/wilmer/welcom...

Does anyone know why there are loads of old posts returning, with no new stuff attached, even though it says "last post 8 May 2006" ? Or is there a glitch at my end where I'm reading it ?

<t>I managed to pretty well beat the pain before I had the amputation. I don't think that amping the arm would reduce the nerve pain, but it most definitely reduced the pain from subluxation, which made a huge difference to my life.<br/> <br/> The biggest problem I get now and again is phantom itchi...

This little gadjet is the biz ! http://www.chefsresource.com/ezs-100-2.html

Hi Henry.
It's nearly 3 years since I posted this stuff on the 'board. If you need anymore info, I'm mostly found skulking around http://www.tbpiukgroup.homestead.com/index_1.html

<r>Had my arm chopped off 4 and a half years ago, and I've never looked back. I much prefer my life now compared to when I used to carry that dead weight around. I will never regret the decision, even if the technology to regrow a perfect working arm was found tomorrow. I've had 4 1/2 years of hassl...

Wait until you get the all-clear before putting your arm through any stress. 6 weeks is the absolute minimum that it takes for the nerve graft to join. It is a very fragile piece of kit, and its not worth taking chances.

<t>As an amputee, I agree with your doctor. I first wanted it taken off at the shoulder, but eventually had it done mid-humerus. This means you can wear shirts properly, and it stops a jacket being blown off in the wind. It also means that you can carry a light rucksack.<br/> <br/> Since I've had th...

<t>I would say that once you know in your own mind which way you want to go, the question-and-answer time is just about over. Everybody will have their own opinions, but its your body, its your life, its your decision. <br/> <br/> If you are still at the "what if they find a cure tomrrow?..." stage,...

Happy New Year to everyone from me in the UK. Hope everyone has a great 2005.