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North Wales, 4th December 2024

LIMB-art, the North Wales-based company dedicated to creating stylish and innovative prosthetic leg covers, is thrilled to announce that we have officially been presented with the King’s Award for Innovation. The esteemed award was presented today by the Lord Lieutenant for Clwyd, Mr. Henry George Fetherstonhaugh OBE DL, in a special ceremony.

The award recognizes LIMB-art’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of design and technology, enabling prosthetic users to celebrate their individuality with confidence. This accolade is a testament to our mission of helping people ‘Stand Out and Stand Proud.’

In the commemorative photograph (above), Dr Mark Williams DBA PLY , Paralympic medallist and founder of LIMB-art, is joined by co-founder Rachael Williams and the Lord Lieutenant.

Mark Williams expressed his gratitude, saying:

“This award is not just for us, but for everyone who has supported LIMB-art’s journey. It’s a proud moment for our team and the entire community of prosthetic users who inspire us every day.”

We are deeply honoured to receive this recognition and remain committed to continuing our mission of creating innovative, confidence-boosting solutions for prosthetic users worldwide.

For media inquiries, please contact: mark@limb-art.com

"My LIMB-art cover makes me feel much more confident. I am able to wear skinny jeans and leggings again because it makes my prosthetic match the size and shape of my other leg. I love it."

Hannah (GB Para Tri Athlete)

"All I can say is wow. It's incredible.
Thank you to you and all of your team.
You have made what I consider to be a piece of art. "

Graham (England)

"I love my cover. Thank you so much.
I have so much more confidence now I have shape to my leg.
I love the colour and pattern and it's so well made."

Alison (England)

"The leg cover looks amazing... I love it."

Steph (London)

"I love my leg cover so much. It has given me so much more confidence and feels like I have a calf shape, so wear more skirts and dresses to show it off.
You can't tell you're wearing it as it's so light!
I've had so many compliments too!"

Sarah (UK)

"The moment I saw Ant wearing his leg covers, it took my breath away, so much so it brought me to tears."

Cerys (Wales)

"With my cover I feel so much more relaxed.
This small tweak seems to have allowed my brain to truly trust my prosthetic and have me back to walking upright again for the first time in a long time.
Overwhelming but an emotionally beautiful experience.
Thank you."

Francie (Scotland)

"The more I look at what your covers do, the more I think about how they will help raise the self-confidence of people wearing false legs."

Sharon (Wales)

"As a double bi-lateral amputee, I appreciate the difficulties faced with the impact of the visual appearance your prostheses can have on your confidence and social integration.
I can testify that the amazing products developed by Limb-art can be life changing.
The covers in all their colours, styles and designs help you empower your limb difference and feel proud to show who you really are.
Changed my life. "

Neil

"These covers not only look cool they also give me back a leg shape rather than just the stem leg."

Tony (Wales)

"The Vent cover looks super cool and really robust, gave it a real hard bang at the UK BMX Championships and not a mark!"

Neal (UK BMX amputee and motivational speaker)

"Can't beat a bit of leg bling!"

Andy (Lanarkshire)

"I'm so proud to tell you how much confidence I now have with my leg.
This incredible limb cover, has allowed me to stand up and stand proud (especially since I chose the design).
Not only does it look awesome when I'm wearing shorts but when I'm wearing trousers, it fills them out so the bottom of my trouser leg isn't flapping.
I'm so excited to see how this year pans out with my Limb Art Masterpiece. "

Jamie (England)

"People are excited about the scale of the difference this could make to their confidence and their life."

Mair (Leonard Cheshire)

"You’re doing something amazing for the confidence and individuality of amputees. Well done."

Lindsey (UK)

"Inspirational. Good job."

Matt (Australia)

"So pleased with my cover and feel so much better in myself already. My family loved it."

Lee (Wales)

"Great company, highly recommend! Amazing customer service "

Anna