Limb Strong Podcast

Limb Preservation Foundation
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What happens when life changes in an instant? Navigating a limb-threatening condition whether due to trauma, tumor, or infection presents a complex maze of medical decisions, emotional hurdles, and physical adaptation. But you don't have to walk this path alone. Brought to you by The Limb Preservation Foundation, this podcast brings together the voices of those who live it, treat it, and support it. Each episode features raw, inspiring stories from patients and amputees redefining what’s possible, alongside insights from world-class orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and prosthetists.

Episodes

  1. Aug 11

    Printing a Difference: How STEM Students Are Transforming Prosthetics

    What if a high school STEM program could turn 3D printersinto life-changing tools? In this episode, Dominic Winans of the Great Lakes Science Center shares how a team of students went from building robots to designing and 3D-printing prosthetic hands and arms for people who might nototherwise have access to them. Hear how these students are using engineering ,creativity, and compassion to serve communities around the world and discover what happens when STEM education goes beyond the classroom to make a real-world impact.

  2. Jul 14

    Expert Voices: Navigating Sarcoma Care

    Did you know that July is National Sarcoma Awareness Month? Despite affecting thousands of families, sarcomas remain a widely misunderstood and rare form of cancer, making up less than 1% of all adult cancer diagnoses. Because sarcomas target the bones and soft tissues often deep within the body, understanding the red flags, getting an accurate molecular diagnosis, and finding specialized care is critical to improving patient outcomes. In this episode, host Laurie sits down with an elite panel of orthopedic oncologists, radiation oncologists, and reconstructive plastic surgeons. Together, they pull back the curtain on how a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team navigates the complex journey of sarcoma treatment, limb salvage, and long-term functional recovery.

  3. Jul 14

    Art, Identity, and Disability Pride

    Our Art, Identity, and Disability Pride episode is a powerful conversation about disability advocacy, art, healing, and belonging. In this episode, Quána Madison shares her journey as an artist and advocate, exploring how creativity can challenge stigma, build community, and create space for meaningful dialogue around disability narratives. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on inclusion, resilience, and the role of art in fostering understanding and hope.

  4. Jul 14

    Caregivers Journey

    Caregivers' Journey is a powerful, emotional podcast episode about the resilience, grief, and love that shape the caregiver experience. In this heartfelt conversation, we explore what it means to support a loved one through life-changing injury, trauma, and recovery, and the hidden emotional toll caregivers carry along the way. From loss and uncertainty to hope, support, and healing, this episode speaks to caregivers, amputees, survivors, and anyone navigating major life transitions. If you’re searching for caregiver stories, grief support, resilience, amputation recovery, trauma healing, or inspiration for families facing hardship, this episode offers honesty, comfort, and connection.

  • 4 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

What happens when life changes in an instant? Navigating a limb-threatening condition whether due to trauma, tumor, or infection presents a complex maze of medical decisions, emotional hurdles, and physical adaptation. But you don't have to walk this path alone. Brought to you by The Limb Preservation Foundation, this podcast brings together the voices of those who live it, treat it, and support it. Each episode features raw, inspiring stories from patients and amputees redefining what’s possible, alongside insights from world-class orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and prosthetists.

Information

  • Creator
    Limb Preservation Foundation
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Limb Preservation Foundation
  • Show Website
    Limb Strong Podcast