When she was only three years old, Shivani's leg was amputated after suffering a traumatic accident. Her parents, who worked long hours as vegetable street vendors, could not afford the treatment their daughter needed to walk.

Through a different local program, Shivani was given a free prosthesis, but it was too heavy for young Shivani to even lift her leg, let alone walk.  Luckily, community outreach workers at our program in India identified Shivani and brought her for treatment where she was fitted with her first Joshi modular prosthetic limb.

We created the Joshi with CoolKids like Shivani in mind. Made with aluminum to be lightweight but durable, the Joshi is tough enough to navigate rugged terrains, but light enough for children of all ages to move comfortably. 

Its modular functionality allows us to easily adjust her device as she grows, and its sleek design means she will always be proud to wear it. Her Joshi provides Shivani with the promise that she’ll never stop moving and the self-esteem that comes with being independent. 

Shivani’s Joshi provides her with the promise that she’ll never stop moving and the self-esteem that comes with being independent, with the ability to walk to and from school regardless of the distance, and the opportunities education offers. Her Joshi ensures she’ll have the confidence to form friendships as she grows, and to one day give back to her family and community.

Today, Shivani is still walking, running, and biking with ease. On behalf of Shivani and her family, thank you.

CoolKid since 2020

Shivani receives free mobility care at our program with GetBak in India.