photo courtesy of Bill Amos Photography
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event. The anxiety after such trauma may decrease with time but if the person continues to have difficulty adjusting and coping, interfering with day-to-day functioning and causing significant problems in social or work situations and in relationships, finding an effective treatment can be critical. (mayoclinic.org)
Bill Amos is a native of Northern New Jersey who was diagnosed with PTSD following a traumatic accident. His early love of nature landed him a kayaking instructor position creating long hours in beautiful places but in cramped conditions, resulting in tingly toes and tight hamstrings. In 2007, wanting to enjoy all of his time on the water he took the advice of a friend to try yoga.
During the month of April across the United States, amputee support groups, veterans, prosthetists, rehabilitation centers and those with limb loss will be participating in a number of activities in their local areas to raise awareness.
In 1965, Dick Traum, 24, was filling his gas tank at a gas station when the car behind him jumped forward and crushed him between the 2 cars. As a result of his injuries, his right leg had to be amputated. In 1976, Dick found himself out of shape and approaching middle age. He decided to do something about it – he joined a YMCA and began running, small distances at first and building up to miles. By the end of the year, he became the first amputee to successfully complete the New York City Marathon.
In this last week of 2014, it’s time to reflect on all we did and all we have ahead of us. At Sunshine, we’ve knocked down walls and are expanding with some great new services to be revealed. We’ve added our new 3D Scanner – the latest hi-tech equipment to make scanning quicker and hassle-free for fitting prosthetic and orthotic devices. We’ve also been certified to custom fit the latest prosthetic limbs like the iWalk PowerFoot Bionic Ankle System and the Ottobock Michelangelo myoelectric prosthetic hand. It’s an exciting time in the development of new strengths and capabilities in artificial limbs! We’ve also added a brand new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section to our website and welcome any questions from our visitors.