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Iron support from SMARTASS for the recovery of Ukrainian defenders

Iron support from SMARTASS for the recovery of Ukrainian defenders

On the path to an inclusive society, it is essential to recognize that inclusion extends beyond compassion. It’s about choosing to see strength where others are accustomed to seeing weakness. Every day, this is proved by our defenders who continue to live actively after severe injuries and loss of limbs!

Thanks to the support of our incredible partners, we are working together to provide quality rehabilitation as part of the Future for Ukraine and the MCOP gait rehabilitation and optimization program. SMARTASS's iron support of UAH 300,000 for the FFU medical direction is a contribution to help Ukrainian veterans provide individualized rehabilitation programs and optimize their gait with prostheses.

MCOP's gait adaptation and optimization program, supported by the Future for Ukraine Foundation, is an initiative that helps defenders learn to use their prosthesis to 101 percent. To put it on and take it off independently, to walk confidently, to climb stairs, and even to fall and rise correctly. The program lasts for 4 weeks and includes 12 individual lessons under the supervision of MCOP specialists.

Ukrainian veterans who have already finished the program shared why it is very important to them.

“Anyone who knows what it means to lose a limb understands what a challenge everyday life becomes. For me, my prosthesis is an opportunity to do what I need to do and what pleases me: to play football again, to travel, to LIVE,” says Hlib Kravchenko (Holden) (the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade).

“The prosthesis allowed me the opportunity not to limit myself, to return to training and active life. Because to be in motion is to live fully. Without restrictions, on a par with everyone else. To walk, train, and make plans,” Artem Ivankov (the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade).

A functional prosthesis is a new beginning for our heroes. It’s the opportunity to be independent in everyday life, return to their favorite hobbies, spend time with their loved ones, travel, play sports, and continue to strengthen their minds and bodies.

We thank SMARTASS and everyone who supports the FFU’s prosthetics program. Together, we are creating an inclusive society where the power of unity and support transcends stereotypes and looks to the future.