Category: Prosthetics & Rehabilitation

Veterans of all ages find healing through adaptive sports at the Winter Sports Clinic, proving that movement, community, and resilience transcend injury.

Army Veteran Katie Verderber finds new purpose through adaptive sports, rising from injury to become a Paralympic wheelchair curler for Team USA.

A Marine Veteran pushes himself each day to use his prosthesis, working closely with VA’s Prosthetics services.

Veteran Thomas Deaton represented the Air Force at the Warrior Games, an event where wounded, ill, and injured service members compete in adaptive sports.

Army National Guard Veteran Jacob Robertson shines at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, proving the power of adaptive sports and resilience.

The 44th National Veterans Wheelchair Games came to a close in Minneapolis after six days of competition, connection and camaraderie.

With help from a team of mental health professionals, Frank Pagliocca entered detox, began therapy and eventually found healing and stability through rehabilitation.

This touching account of determination and transformation showcases the incredible journey of one veteran as he overcomes personal adversity, making strides not just in sports but in life. Christian Lopez is an inspiring example of how adaptive sports can foster profound personal growth and resilience.

VA Boston’s recreation therapy department and the New England Patriots Wheelchair Football Team hosted a Veterans Wheelchair Football Clinic.

A recreational therapist convinced a Veteran to go to the National Veteran Wheelchair Games in New Orleans in July 2024.

Veteran Hank Ebert is a bit of a superstar in the National Veterans Wheelchair Games. He has been attending since 1993.

Tomah VA’s Creative Arts Festival held an award ceremony with 44 participants out of 85 submissions in attendance.