How much force would it take to tear off a limb from the human body? Don't worry, I'm not planning on trying this at home. Yes, I realize that bodies are variable. If you are familiar with any research in this realm, please point me to it!
posted by Wordwoman on Sep 25, 2009 - 21 answers

Might there be health advantages to, say, not having any legs? [more inside]
posted by Ookseer on Jul 30, 2009 - 15 answers

Help me find the first person account of a man who cut off his own hand and (successfully) made it look like an accident. [more inside]
posted by stuboo on Aug 28, 2008 - 4 answers

I would like to help my father to deal with a loss of a leg. His leg got amputated due to diabetes. Everything happened suddenly and we are all unprepared. I need practical tips on how to predict and overcome obstacles he is going to face.
posted by anonymous on Feb 22, 2008 - 7 answers

I am interested in becoming a humanitarian de-miner. This FPP reminded about my interest. A brief search has brought up a couple of organizations, but I was hoping some people here might be able to provide some practical insight. Is this foolish, feasable or just downright romantic thinking about making a real difference? [more inside]
posted by isopraxis on Dec 12, 2007 - 10 answers

I often see one-legged birds hopping around, usually pigeons or seagulls. What would be the most common cause of them losing one foot? [more inside]
posted by tellurian on Nov 5, 2007 - 29 answers

My dog had surgery and we are having a hard time getting him around. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Apr 26, 2007 - 14 answers

Help my three legged German Shepard. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Oct 20, 2006 - 11 answers