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Prosthetic Guides

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.

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Amputee traveler with a prosthetic leg standing beside a yellow suitcase while checking their phone, representing independence and practical tips for solo travel with a prosthetic.

A Solo Travel Guide for Amputees

December 03, 2025

Traveling alone can be one of life’s most empowering experiences. For amputees, it involves special considerations, such as preparing prosthetic devices, navigating transportation, and maintaining comfort during travel.

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  • Keeping a symptoms journal can help you and your doctor track your triggers and create a better treatment plan.

    How to Keep A Symptoms Journal

    September 03, 2023

    Living with a chronic illness can be challenging, especially when you're constantly wondering when the next flare-up will happen. With up to 60% of...

    Living with a chronic illness can be challenging, especially when you're constantly wondering when the next flare-up will happen. With up to 60% of...

  • Negotiate your hospital or prosthetic bills like a pro with these tips.

    Prevent Medical Bill Shock With These Tips

    April 09, 2023

    Paying off a hospital bill can be a stressful experience, particularly if you don't have health insurance. But medical emergencies happen, and the...

    Paying off a hospital bill can be a stressful experience, particularly if you don't have health insurance. But medical emergencies happen, and the...

  • How to pay for healthcare if you can't afford health insurance.

    What to Do if You Can't Afford Health Insurance

    March 23, 2023

    It may be tempting to forgo health insurance, especially if you struggle to make ends meet. However, going without one puts your health and bank a...

    It may be tempting to forgo health insurance, especially if you struggle to make ends meet. However, going without one puts your health and bank a...

  • Figure out if it's time to toss your shoes with the tabletop test.

    When Do You Replace Your Shoes? This Test Might Help

    March 06, 2023

    We've all got a favorite pair of shoes—the one that isn't only comfortable but also goes with everything in your wardrobe and lifestyle. So, you w...

    We've all got a favorite pair of shoes—the one that isn't only comfortable but also goes with everything in your wardrobe and lifestyle. So, you w...

  • How to enjoy the hot summer season as a prosthesis user.

    How to Enjoy the Hot, Sweaty Summer Season

    July 13, 2021

    As cities slowly reopen and lift travel restrictions, more people get ready to enjoy some much-needed time outdoors. However, preparations might l...

    As cities slowly reopen and lift travel restrictions, more people get ready to enjoy some much-needed time outdoors. However, preparations might l...

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