LimbPower: Your Partner in Life-Long Rehabilitation
Are you a new amputee or have recently become limb impaired?
If yes, welcome, you have come to the right place.
LimbPower is a national charity and a National Disability Sports Organisation that supports amputees, individuals with limb difference, and their families to bridge the gap between hospital rehabilitation and community and school engagement. LimbPower has spent the last 15 years creating programmes to support your physical, social, and psychological well-being through your life-long rehabilitation journey.
Community members find us at different entry points on their rehabilitation journey, so you may need to scroll down to find the information that is relevant to you and where you are within your personal rehabilitation journey.
Our programmes and pathways are designed to help you rebuild your fitness and mobility and to support your engagement in community activity. Whether you are looking for physical activity cards, online exercise classes, in-person workshops, or multisport events, we have something for everyone.
Physical Activty Cards and Infographics
LimbPower has created a series of Physical Activity cards and infographics to support your home exercise programme in the early stages of rehabilitation. These resources are designed to help you improve your strength, balance, flexibility, and coordination. You can find these on our website in the resources section https://www.limbpower.com/resources or you can email our administrator at info@limbpower.com to post you a pack of cards. We have packs for adults and children, so make sure you request the right pack.
Advocacy
LimbPower is not only a provider of physical activity and sport programmes, but also an advocate for amputees and individuals with limb difference. We offer support and representation on issues such as access to prosthetics, funding for sports equipment, and disability rights. We also work with other organisations and stakeholders to raise awareness and promote inclusion of people with limb loss and limb difference. If you need any advice or assistance, please contact us at info@limbpower.com.
Educational Resources
LimbPower has developed a range of educational resources to help you and your family cope with the challenges and opportunities of living with limb loss or limb difference. These include guides such as “Making the Most of Your Limb Centre Visit”, “Holiday Toolkit”, “Summer Guide” and “Winter Guide” for adults https://www.limbpower.com/resources/publications and equivalent infographics for children https://www.limbpower.com/resources/childrens-resources. These resources cover topics such as travel, clothing, hygiene, nutrition, and more. You can download these resources from our website or request a printed copy by emailing info@limbpower.com.
Free Online Exercise Classes and Videos
LimbPower runs a daily exercise class to support you at home. These classes are suitable for all levels of ability and are led by qualified instructors who have experience working with amputees and individuals with limb difference. The classes include yoga, pilates, circuit training, and more. To join the classes, please email emma@limbpower.com to find out about the class programme and how to register.
We also have hundreds of free online exercise videos you can use on our YouTube Channel. For adult beginners, we recommend the LimbPower Toolkit Exercise Videos, which demonstrate how to perform basic exercises with or without a prosthesis. For children, we recommend the UR:Enabled Pirate Videos or the Adaptive Fitness Fun Sessions, which are fun and interactive videos that encourage movement and play.
In-Person Workshops
LimbPower runs several in-person workshops throughout the year to support you in developing your prosthetic proficiency and physical activity skills. These workshops are delivered by expert coaches, physiotherapists, prosthetists, and psychotherapists, who provide practical advice and guidance. Some of the workshops we offer are:
Beyond Boundaries: a workshop for primary amputees who want to learn how to use their prosthesis effectively and confidently in everyday situations.
Fundamental Skills: a workshop for children who want to improve their movement skills and participate in school P.E. and community clubs.
Prepare to Move: a workshop for adults who want to enhance their mobility and balance and prepare for engaging in exercise and physical activity.
- Prepare to Run: a workshop for adults who want to learn how to run with a prosthesis and improve their running technique and performance.
To find out more about these workshops and how to book your place, please email gemma@limbpower.com for the adult events and carly@limbpower.com for the children’s events.
ReVAMP
ReVAMP is our 12-week fitness and nutrition programme that is tailored to accelerate your physical recovery while nourishing your body with a balanced diet. ReVAMP is created by LimbPower CEO, Kiera Roche and GB Paracanoe Gold Medalist and Personal Trainer Jack Eyers, who have both experienced limb loss and understand the challenges and benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. ReVAMP takes you on a 12-week journey of adapted exercise circuits with nutritional advice and tips. You can choose from two available programmes: the seated programme or the standing programme, depending on your ability and preference. You can also participate at the beginner or intermediate level. ReVAMP offers up-to-date advice on recommended life swaps and changes to daily routines to improve your health and fitness and lead to increased mobility and improved mental and physical health. To join ReVAMP, please contact emma@limbpower.com.
Nordic Wlaking Programme
Nordic Walking is a full-body exercise that uses poles to work your upper body as well as your legs. It is an easy and effective way to improve your fitness, posture, and balance, while going easy on your joints. LimbPower has a team of Nordic Walking instructors in Essex, Bristol, Roehampton, Nottingham, Derby, Manchester and Preston who can teach you how to Nordic walk and provide you with poles to get you started. Nordic Walking is suitable for all ages and abilities and can be enjoyed in various locations and terrains. To find out more about our Nordic Walking programme and how to join, please contact info@limbpower.com.
BMI Calculator
LimbPower has developed an amputee-specific BMI calculator to help you monitor your weight and health status. BMI stands for Body Mass Index and is a measure of body fat based on height and weight. However, most BMI calculators do not take into account the weight of a missing limb, which can result in inaccurate and misleading results for amputees. Our BMI calculator uses a formula that adjusts for the weight of a missing limb, giving you a more realistic and reliable BMI score. You can use our BMI calculator on our website
https://www.limbpower.com/exercise/new-amputee-bmi-calculator
#ICan Camps
#ICan Camps are our flagship camps for children and young people with limb difference and their families. and for adults looking to build confidence and meet other people 'like me'. These camps are designed as safe spaces where individuals can explore their potential in various activities under expert guidance. The camps offer a range of adventure activities such as climbing, abseiling, high ropes, canoeing, and paddle boarding, as well as arts and crafts, games, and social events. The camps also provide an opportunity to meet other families who share similar experiences and to access professional support from a prosthetist, physiotherapist, and psychotherapist. The #ICan Camps are a collaboration between several charities and organisations and are managed by LimbPower. The camps are open to the whole family of a child or young person with an amputation or limb difference between 4 years old and 16 years old. To find out more about the #ICan Camps and how to book your place, please contact: carly@limbpower.com.
Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day is an annual event that we organise to celebrate the achievements and contributions of our community members. Family Fun Day is a day packed with fun activities for the whole family, such as sports, games, music, entertainment, and food. Family Fun Day is also a chance to meet other families, volunteers, and staff from LimbPower and to share your stories and experiences. Family Fun Day is open to all amputees, individuals with limb difference, and their families and friends. To find out more about Family Fun Day and how to register, please contact: info@limbpower.com.
Multisport Events - The LimbPower Games and the LimbPower Junior Games
LimbPower Games and Junior Games are our multisport events that offer a friendly and competitive environment for amputees and individuals with limb difference to participate in various sports. The LimbPower Games are for adults and the Junior Games are for children. The events are delivered by qualified coaches and officials who provide coaching, guidance, and feedback. The events include sports such as athletics, archery, badminton, cycling, swimming, tennis, and more. The events are open to all levels of ability and experience, from beginners to advanced. The events are also a pathway to access more opportunities and support in sport, such as clubs, competitions, and talent identification. To find out more about the LimbPower Games and Junior Games and how to enter, please contact: info@limbpower.com.
NGB and Active Partnership Engagement
Engagement to Support Access to Competition and Elite Performance
LimbPower works with National Governing Bodies (NGBs) of sport to support access to competition and elite performance for amputees and individuals with limb difference. We collaborate with NGBs to provide opportunities and pathways for our community members to progress in their chosen sport, from grassroots to national and international levels. We also support NGBs to develop inclusive and impairment specific engagement opportunitied for you our community members.
