ADT Center in Amman
The Polus Center's rehabilitation programs offer P&O (prosthetic and orthotic) devices to civilian populations often caught in the crossfire of war, particularly those injured by landmines and improvised explosive devices. These services are free to those who cannot afford to pay and are ongoing throughout the life of the projects. This program is building national rehabilitation capacity by improving the skill levels of prosthetic technicians and working with local and national governments to train professionals in program design and implementation.
Together, Polus and its partner organization, Asia Development Training, bring highly skilled prosthetists from around the world to train technicians in biomechanics and the fabrication of artificial limbs. ADT ensures local involvement and is especially committed to training women and Syrian refugees who themselves have experienced limb loss. This “train the trainer” program model offers professionals and paraprofessionals instruction in prosthetic/orthotic construction and in physical therapy. These direct assistance and capacity-building efforts create economic opportunities for trainees, and sustainable care for victims of conflict, helping them to regain their mobility and dignity, and once again become active members within their communities.
