{"id":556,"date":"2025-12-11T14:55:25","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T14:55:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/family.opsb.com\/?p=556"},"modified":"2026-03-27T17:26:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T17:26:17","slug":"emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/","title":{"rendered":"Emery&#8217;s Prosthetic Journey: How Emery Found Confidence and Joy with Her Prosthesis at OPSB"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/#Emerys_Journey_to_Finding_the_Right_Prosthetic_Fit\" >Emery\u2019s Journey to Finding the Right Prosthetic Fit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/#How_OPSB_Helped_Emery_Thrive_with_Her_New_Prosthetic\" >How OPSB Helped Emery Thrive with Her New Prosthetic<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/#Heres_what_stood_out_about_the_OPSB_teams_approach\" >Here\u2019s what stood out about the OPSB team\u2019s approach:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/#Collaborative_Care_and_Long-Term_Planning_for_Emerys_Prosthesis_Use\" >Collaborative Care and Long-Term Planning for Emery\u2019s Prosthesis Use<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/#Key_long-term_considerations_for_prosthesis_users_like_Emery\" >Key long-term considerations for prosthesis users like Emery:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/#Making_Activity-Friendly_and_Child-Friendly_Prosthetic_Devices\" >Making Activity-Friendly and Child-Friendly Prosthetic Devices<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/#Here_are_some_activities_Emery_enjoys_now_that_used_to_feel_out_of_reach\" >Here are some activities Emery enjoys now that used to feel out of reach:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/#Summary_of_Key_Takeaways_from_Emerys_Prosthetic_Experience_at_OPSB\" >Summary of Key Takeaways from Emery\u2019s Prosthetic Experience at OPSB<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/emerys-prosthetic-journey-how-emery-found-confidence-and-joy-with-her-prosthesis-at-opsb\/#Key_Lessons_from_Emerys_Story\" >Key Lessons from Emery\u2019s Story<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Emery&#039;s Prosthetic Story at OPSB\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1022633367?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a child gets a new prosthesis the goal is more than mobility. It\u2019s about giving them the freedom to play, run, and grow with their friends. Emery\u2019s story brings that idea to life, showing how the right support can make all the difference for families searching for answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emery and her family, like many others, faced tough odds as a <em>military family<\/em> adjusting to a new place. Moving across the country, Emery\u2019s family had worries as her prosthesis always slowed down and didn\u2019t fit well. The family was nervous about finding the right fit for Emery\u2019s prosthetic care, especially knowing they are moving to a new area. But her experience at OPSB not only improved her mobility, it changed her daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Emerys_Journey_to_Finding_the_Right_Prosthetic_Fit\"><\/span>Emery\u2019s Journey to Finding the Right Prosthetic Fit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emery\u2019s family knows all about change. As a <em>military family<\/em>, moving is a normal part of life. Before they came to their new city, Emery received her first prosthesis at a different clinic. She was excited, but it quickly became clear things weren\u2019t quite right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Prior to moving<\/em>, the family just didn\u2019t know what a correct prosthetic fit should feel like. Instead of freedom, Emery got discomfort. She couldn\u2019t wear it for more than thirty minutes at a time before needing a break. Walking didn\u2019t come easy. For Emery and her family, this was a time of frustration and questions without easy answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They weren\u2019t sure what was wrong, but it was clear something was missing. Emery couldn\u2019t run after her siblings. Playing became a chore instead of fun. The prosthesis that was supposed to help her instead left her sitting on the sidelines. The family felt stuck, worrying not just about Emery\u2019s legs, but her whole experience as a growing child.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1030\" height=\"632\" src=\"https:\/\/family.opsb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142130-1-1030x632.png\" alt=\"Lauren fitting Emery with Prosthesis\" class=\"wp-image-572 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142130-1-1030x632.png 1030w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142130-1-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142130-1-768x471.png 768w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142130-1-193x118.png 193w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142130-1-705x432.png 705w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142130-1.png 1045w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_OPSB_Helped_Emery_Thrive_with_Her_New_Prosthetic\"><\/span>How OPSB Helped Emery Thrive with Her New Prosthetic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everything changed for Emery when her family found <a href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/clinicians\/lauren-levey-cpo-mspo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lauren Levey <\/a>and the team at the <a href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/our-clinics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OPSB clinic<\/a>. From the start, Lauren focused on listening. She heard the details about Emery\u2019s struggles and picked up on what made things tough for her. Instead of just checking a box, she worked to understand what Emery needed to keep up with her siblings and classmates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The open conversations set the stage for real progress. Emery\u2019s family finally felt heard. Lauren and the OPSB team approached each challenge with care, checking the fit, askin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">g follow-up questions, and not stopping until Emery felt good about each change. They understood that families often know <em>something\u2019s not right<\/em>, even if they can\u2019t pinpoint the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_what_stood_out_about_the_OPSB_teams_approach\"><\/span>Here\u2019s what stood out about the OPSB team\u2019s approach:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quick response to any concerns about fit or comfort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personalized care to match Emery\u2019s energy and activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creative, collaborative problem-solving member\u2019s of Emery\u2019s medical care team and other family members<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This method worked wonders. Now, Emery wears her prosthesis all day, instead of just a half hour. It\u2019s no longer just a piece of equipment\u2014it\u2019s become a <em>second part of her<\/em>. Lauren acted quickly any time issues popped up, always fitting Emery in for a fast adjustment. This gave both Emery and her parents peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The difference shows in the way Emery moves. She\u2019s out there <strong>running<\/strong>, <strong>jumping<\/strong>, and <strong>playing<\/strong> again with energy and joy. She keeps up with her brothers and sisters, joins in games, and tries all kinds of new things. Lauren and the OPSB team made a prosthesis that fits Emery\u2019s busy, active life\u2014not one that holds her back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Collaborative_Care_and_Long-Term_Planning_for_Emerys_Prosthesis_Use\"><\/span>Collaborative Care and Long-Term Planning for Emery\u2019s Prosthesis Use<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emery\u2019s ongoing progress did not happen by accident. It came from the partnership at OPSB, where teamwork includes not only the prosthetic experts, but also orthopedic doctors and the family. This coordinated approach is key to keeping kids like Emery set up for the challenges of today and tomorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Emery, planning for the future matters a lot. She has a longer residual limb (the part of her leg still present after amputation), which creates unique needs. Making sure she has room for the right prosthetic parts, both now and when she grows, means thinking ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lauren and the team worked with Emery\u2019s orthopedic doctor at CHOP to look at her leg\u2019s structure. Together, they made sure that any necessary surgeries or tweaks to her limb would keep space open for new prosthetic parts down the road. That kind of teamwork avoids surprises and ensures Emery isn\u2019t just okay today, but also in the years ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_long-term_considerations_for_prosthesis_users_like_Emery\"><\/span>Key long-term considerations for prosthesis users like Emery:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"669\" height=\"491\" src=\"https:\/\/family.opsb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142401.png\" alt=\"Lauren checking Prosthesis for correct fit\" class=\"wp-image-571\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142401.png 669w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142401-300x220.png 300w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-142401-193x142.png 193w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Planning space for new and improved prosthetic components as the child grows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordinating with orthopedic doctors for related surgeries or procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regular fit &amp; functional assessments, since kids grow and change fast<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By planning with Emery\u2019s growth and her active spirit in mind, the OPSB team supports a life of possibilities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Making_Activity-Friendly_and_Child-Friendly_Prosthetic_Devices\"><\/span>Making Activity-Friendly and Child-Friendly Prosthetic Devices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A child\u2019s prosthesis should be more than functional; it should let kids be kids. Emery\u2019s story highlights how important it is for prosthesis design to keep up with an active, bold personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once Emery got her new prosthesis, she found herself able to <strong>run<\/strong>, <strong>jump<\/strong>, and <strong>play freely<\/strong> again. That freedom goes beyond physical movement. Kids need to join playground games, laugh on the swings, or chase their friends in tag. Physical confidence helps children like Emery thrive emotionally, too.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Comfort and ease of use come first in the fitting process. The new prosthesis had to allow flexibility for everything in Emery\u2019s day, from sports to dress-up games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_are_some_activities_Emery_enjoys_now_that_used_to_feel_out_of_reach\"><\/span>Here are some activities Emery enjoys now that used to feel out of reach:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Racing her siblings at the park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Playing hide and seek for hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jumping on the trampoline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swinging on the monkey bars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Running during recess at school<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All this is possible thanks to support from her family, Lauren, and the clinical team at OPSB. They work together, adjusting the fit as Emery grows and listening to feedback. For everyone involved, keeping the lines of communication open is key. With each adjustment, Emery\u2019s confidence grows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary_of_Key_Takeaways_from_Emerys_Prosthetic_Experience_at_OPSB\"><\/span>Summary of Key Takeaways from Emery\u2019s Prosthetic Experience at OPSB<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emery\u2019s journey shows the power of teamwork, patience, and the right support. Families facing similar challenges can take heart in these lessons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Lessons_from_Emerys_Story\"><\/span>Key Lessons from Emery\u2019s Story<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A proper prosthetic fit is critical\u2014comfort and function go hand in hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personalized care makes progress possible. Listen to the child\u2019s needs and trust family input.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaboration between families, prosthetists, and doctors helps children stay active and confident.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quick fixes and regular check-ins help kids keep doing what they love.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Planning for both today and tomorrow means preparing for ongoing growth and activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Lauren and the OPSB team\u2019s help, Emery is more than just mobile\u2014she\u2019s full of energy, confidence, and joy. Her story reminds us that with the right team, every child can find their stride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"496\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/family.opsb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Untitled-design-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-578 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Untitled-design-4.png 496w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Untitled-design-4-280x300.png 280w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Untitled-design-4-180x193.png 180w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 496px) 100vw, 496px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to see the full transformation and hear directly from Emery\u2019s family and the OPSB team, you can watch their inspiring story:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emery\u2019s experience is a powerful example of how expert care, teamwork, and a true commitment to the child\u2019s whole well-being can turn tough beginnings into new chances for joy. For families, it\u2019s proof that hope and help are out there\u2014sometimes in the very next fitting room.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Disclaimer:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>OPSB products and products distributed by OrthoPediatrics Corp. should be used under the guidance of qualified healthcare professional. Individual results may vary. Please consult your pediatrician or orthopedic specialist for professional advice, including intended use, warnings, precautions, side effects and contraindications. This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always follow your doctor&#8217;s recommendations and instructions.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When a child gets a new prosthesis the goal is more than mobility. It\u2019s about giving them the freedom to play, run, and grow with their friends. 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