Amputee Masters Tech for Independent Life

Candice Davis, a 34-year-old former flight attendant, is leveraging advanced assistive technology to navigate life following limb amputation. Davis experienced a severe battle with COVID-19 in 2021, which led to the loss of her arms and legs. She spent nine months hospitalized and continues her therapy at Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Hospital several days a week.

At the rehabilitation center, Davis is learning to use innovative devices, including a phone attachment on her wheelchair operated by voice activation. This technology allows her to control devices and search online. She has also successfully learned to use a prosthetic arm, enabling her to perform daily tasks like applying makeup. These advancements are crucial in her journey toward independence.