Adult’s Amputee Running Leg Application

Apply for an adult’s Amputee Running Leg, and find the resources you need to ensure your application is complete.

Amputee Blade Runners

Discover Information and Apply for an Adult’s Amputee Running Leg

For an amputee athlete, we understand how essential a sports-specific prosthetic is to your performance — we tell people all the time that a blade isn’t a silver bullet; the sockets must be customized to each athlete’s body. However, there are significant barriers to owning a high-tech limb, especially when it’s not covered by insurance. That’s why we exist.

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Meet Some of our Amputee Athletes

Mary Johnson

My name is Mary Johnson. I am 25 years old. I lost my left leg above the knee, half of my right hand, and suffered a traumatic brain injury after being hit by a freight train when I was 23 years old....

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John Van Haren

I had the initial amputation and an Ertl made in 2010. Unfortunately, I suffered from an infection immediately following the procedure and lost more of my leg and the Ertl. I was, however, given a...

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Serenity Smolen

Serenity was born with a congenital limb deficiency affecting both limbs on her left side. Her arm goes just past her elbow, and her leg stops just above where a knee would grow. By the time she was...

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What to Expect When Applying for an Amputee Running Leg with ABR

Complete all parts of the application, along with all requirement and email to: amputeebladerunners@gmail.com.

  • At this time, ABR only accepts applications for individuals in the United States.
  • We ask that applicants be at least one year post fitting from their 1st prosthesis before they apply.
  • For Adults, each applicant must complete (we didn’t say run!) three 5K’s and send in the results as well as a photo from each race.
  • For children, we ask that each applicant complete at least one 1-mile fun run.

The ABR team will review applications and the associated items submitted to ensure we have all necessary materials.

If all items are sent in properly, the applicant will go through at least two virtual interviews within one month.

The ABR Board will then vote on applicants once they have completed the interviews and provided any additional requirements.

If approved, the applicant will have a virtual meeting with one of our prosthetists to gather more medical information.

  • If a new socket is being discussed, this will include getting residual limb measurements, plus other info.
  • This may include residual limb preparation, or general fitness/exercise requests from our team.

Each approved applicant is required to travel to either Nashville, TN or Savannah, GA in order to complete the fitting process. Time duration of your time in Nashville, or Savannah is generally 6-7 days.

  • Please note: ABR does not provide travel assistance at this time.
  • ABR will choose the location of services based on the applicant’s needs.
Amputee Blade Runners

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We are so glad you’re here, and we hope you find all of the information you need to successfully submit your application for an adult’s running leg. However, if you have any questions about this process or your eligibility, don’t hesitate to contact us for further support.

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