Todd Schaffhauser 

Induction Year: 2025

Category: Paralympian

Todd became an above-the-knee amputee at the age of 15 as a result of cancer. Determined to regain an active lifestyle, he pursued competitive athletics for the first time in his life. 

In 1988, Todd qualified for the Paralympic Track and Field Team and won a gold medal by completing the 100m event in 15.77 seconds. 

At the 1995 World Games in Germany, he broke his world record by running the 100m in 10.55 seconds. Todd has competed and medaled at three Paralympic Games.

Along with his athletic endeavors, Todd has worked in the prosthetic community for more than 25 years. 

He co-created the Amputee Walking School clinic series, which has changed the lives of thousands of amputees, their families, and rehabilitation professionals worldwide. 

Todd participated in the research, development, and marketing of numerous prosthetic products. He continues to conduct award-winning disability awareness programs in schools across the nation.

He has trained over 15,000 amputees and over 75,000 physical therapists through his courses. Currently, nine states host Amputee Walking Schools.

Todd has served on the board of directors of the O&P Assistance Fund. In 2002, he became an Honorary Lifetime member of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists.