Living with Amputation

RIC Can Give You Tools to Reach Your Goals

RIC has a holistic approach to caring for patients. As a result, we have developed a number of specialized services, including:

• RIC Center for Pain Management- Provides treatment of chronic pain including phantom limb pain.
• Helen M. Galvin Fitness Center - Provides a full athletic training facility and activities for people with disabilities including an Amputee Sports Program
• LIFE Center - Provides literature and web-based materials on all types of health information, disability programs and leisure activities, as well as resources available to assist with community re-integration and home modifications.
• Professional psychological counseling for patients.
• Prosthetics and Orthotics Clinical Center - This is a state-of-the art facility dedicated to fitting all levels of prostheses.
• Technology Center - Assists people with computer access and electronic aids for daily living.
• UnLIMBited Potential  - Our amputee support group.
• Vocational Rehabilitation - Provides consultative training and job placement.

Online Resources

• National Center on Physical Activity and Disability and Disabled Sports USA
• The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
• The Amputee Coalition of America
• Stumps R Us - This web site offers tools and support for amputees with a tongue-in-cheek bit of attitude.
• American Amputee Soccer Association