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Amputee Life is an informative, researched blog written by medical professionals including amputees and prosthetists.

You’re on a journey to live your best life. And we’re right there with you.

How you feel and how your prosthesis performs affects every single day of your life, which is why you work so hard to perform at your highest level. We’re here to support, guide, and inform you through your journey.  We go into depth, cut through the medical jargon with straightforward, expert-reviewed articles — all designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself and the people you love.

Latest Stories

A medical team improved a below-knee amputee's jumping stump syndrome.

How A Below-Knee Amputee’s ‘Jumping Stump’ Syndrome Improved

September 06, 2023

Amputations, although life-altering, have become increasingly manageable with advancements in prosthetic technology. However, a mysterious and little-known complication known as 'Jumping Stump' syndrome continues to bewilder patients and healthcare providers.

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  • Retired Wisconsin teacher Sean Laughlin said that the stigma around limb loss has eased.

    Retired Wisconsin Teacher: “The Stigma Around Limb Loss Has Eased”

    April 19, 2023

    Amputation is traumatic, not just the nature of the surgery but also because of its consequences. It affects the patient’s daily life and their ps...

    Amputation is traumatic, not just the nature of the surgery but also because of its consequences. It affects the patient’s daily life and their ps...

  • Take small steps toward healing amputation-related trauma with these tips.

    Tips to Heal Amputation-Related Trauma

    March 10, 2023

    It doesn't matter whether you had a traumatic amputation or had time to prepare for it; you can still develop trauma. Trauma is a natural emotiona...

    It doesn't matter whether you had a traumatic amputation or had time to prepare for it; you can still develop trauma. Trauma is a natural emotiona...

  • Below-knee amputees with phantom limb syndrome have a higher chance of developing one or more mental disorders.

    The Link Between Phantom Limb Syndrome and Mental Disorders

    February 02, 2023

    Phantom limb syndrome is a condition in which patients experience sensations, painful or otherwise, in a limb that doesn’t exist. It can be a debi...

    Phantom limb syndrome is a condition in which patients experience sensations, painful or otherwise, in a limb that doesn’t exist. It can be a debi...

  • Processing Grief After Limb Loss

    Processing Grief After Limb Loss

    December 01, 2022

    Many people cope with limb loss by pouring their energies into various endeavors—running marathons, sailing around the world, writing books, and o...

    Many people cope with limb loss by pouring their energies into various endeavors—running marathons, sailing around the world, writing books, and o...

  • Post-amputation emotional healing isn't a linear process.

    Stages of Emotional Healing After Limb Loss

    November 17, 2022

    Losing a limb is a life-altering experience. While some can jump in to getting used to their new body, others take a bit more time, which affects ...

    Losing a limb is a life-altering experience. While some can jump in to getting used to their new body, others take a bit more time, which affects ...

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