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50 Phenoms: How an Assistant Principal Beat the Odds to Survive
Kristin Fox had both arms and both legs amputated after complications from the flu. But she remained driven to get back to her family and her job.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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Rehabilitation After Amputation with Michael Munin, MD
Trauma is a serious injury or shock to the body caused by a physical force, such as violence or an accident. The injury may be complicated by psychiatric, behavioral, and social factors, which can cause the disability to be greater than just physical.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Should You Get Hip Replacement Surgery?
Hip replacement surgery is one of the most commonly performed joint replacement operations. Learn more from UPMC experts.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms Podcast: Learning to Live Again After Devastating Crash
Justin Dawson was on the job, helping a stranded motorist on the highway when a car hit him at around 60 miles per hour. Learn more.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Still Fighting: After Losing Legs in Crash, Firefighter Refuses to Give in
Justin Dawson saw the car that would change his life coming at him almost in slow motion. Learn more about his story.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Man Pushes Forward After Losing Legs in Crash
Learn how Justin moved forward after a life-altering accident on the latest episode of “Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms”.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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What Is Phantom Pain?
After amputation, patients can feel pain in both their remaining limb and the amputated part. Learn more about phantom pain from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Coping with Amputation, Emotionally and Physically
Amputation, whether it’s a limb or a toe, can be a difficult and traumatic experience. And everyone copes differently. Learn more from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Treating Erectile Dysfunction With Penile Implants
Discover the most common types of penile implants used for treating erectile dysfunction, including how they work and their potential risks.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Urology