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So Every BODY Can Move — The Fight for Access to Prosthetic and Orthotic Care

Access to prosthetic and orthotic care isn’t just a medical issue—it’s a human right. In this episode of the Step Up Podcast, Scott and Nate unpack the national So Every BODY Can Move movement and the push to make advanced prosthetic and orthotic care accessible to all. They explore the grassroots advocacy behind the “28 by 28” legislative effort, share personal stories from patients and clinicians, and dig into how insurance barriers shape lives, limit movement, and define what’s considered “necessary.” This is a conversation about equality, empowerment, and the belief that every body deserves to move. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the ‘So Every BODY Can Move’ Initiative 01:11 Challenges with Insurance Coverage and Long-Term Care 03:19 Coalition and Grassroots Advocacy Behind the Movement 05:36 The National Scope and Legislative Strategy: 28 by 28 08:05 Progress and Successes in State Legislation 08:59 The Growing Momentum and Unity in Advocacy 09:55 Realism and Challenges in Achieving 28 by 28 10:37 The Importance of Access to Physical Activity and Examples 11:25 Insurance Barriers and the Impact on Daily Life 12:13 The Significance of Running Prosthetics and Their Benefits 13:25 Cost Considerations and Misconceptions About Prosthetics 15:10 Personal Stories Highlighting the Need for Specialized Prosthetics 16:49 Movement as Essential Healthcare and Insurance Denials 17:44 The Problematic Label of ‘Luxury’ for Prosthetic Devices 18:20 Exercise Rates and Target Population for Prosthetic Access 19:38 Safeguards Against Abuse and Responsible Access 21:32 Importance of Access for Children and Building Lifelong Habits 22:58 Pediatric Prosthetic Use and Eliminating Barriers 23:27 Water Skiing as an Example of Physical Demand and Adaptation 23:58 Personal Journey of Adaptation and Mental Resilience 26:04 Concept of Being ‘Whole Again’ Physically and Mentally 27:30 The Social and Emotional Importance of Access to Activities 28:47 Dehumanizing Effects of Insurance Restrictions 29:53 Closing Remarks and How to Get Involved