tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4136953423348736018.post3479641735585876568..comments2023-08-13T11:05:28.957-04:00Comments on The Third New York: The Man Striding Ahead of MeAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11596057518856102469noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4136953423348736018.post-49608705511062565992009-09-20T18:19:56.701-04:002009-09-20T18:19:56.701-04:00Prosthetic limbs are a marvel and often restore th...Prosthetic limbs are a marvel and often restore their users to near normal activity. But it ain't cheap or easy. An above-the-knee leg prosthesis can cost $15,000 or more. Maintenance and regular repairs can be in the $1000's per year. There's a significant learning curve and need for Occupational Therapy. As with so many modern medical marvels, the 'rationing' is at the front end. Your need and potential benefit are secondary to your ability to pay.dbpreskillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06311098759870391148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4136953423348736018.post-58208217862031955692009-09-20T09:20:45.844-04:002009-09-20T09:20:45.844-04:00AmenAmenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com