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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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CBD: Does the Science Support the Claims?
September 19, 2019
Around 80% of 1,321 medical cannabis users use it as a substitute for prescription pain medications. So, why are more people turning to cannabis or CBD for pain relief? Can it relieve chronic pain—including residual limb pain—better than prescription painkillers?
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Relieve Lower Back Pain with these Alternative Solutions
July 07, 2019
Treating lower back pain in prosthetic users is often approached as a separate issue; most focus only on the anatomical problems of the lower back...
Treating lower back pain in prosthetic users is often approached as a separate issue; most focus only on the anatomical problems of the lower back...
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Are You a New Lower-Limb Amputee? Here's What to Expect During Your First Physical Therapy Session
February 21, 2019
So, you’ve just been referred to physical therapy, and you’re not sure what to expect. We understand the apprehension that comes with experiencing...
So, you’ve just been referred to physical therapy, and you’re not sure what to expect. We understand the apprehension that comes with experiencing...
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Salve: What is It and How to Use It
February 19, 2019
Prosthetic users have more than their fair share of skin issues brought on by various factors, such as breaking in a new prosthesis or wearing an ...
Prosthetic users have more than their fair share of skin issues brought on by various factors, such as breaking in a new prosthesis or wearing an ...
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Ischial Tuberosity 101
February 08, 2019
You’re walking for a long time with a new above-the-knee (AK) prosthesis, and you notice pain in the buttocks area. The pain you're feeling could ...
You’re walking for a long time with a new above-the-knee (AK) prosthesis, and you notice pain in the buttocks area. The pain you're feeling could ...
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How to Manage Persistent Lower Back Pain
December 17, 2018
Your body undergoes many complex changes after lower limb amputation. Many muscles are reutilized post surgery, and this change is what ultimately ...
Your body undergoes many complex changes after lower limb amputation. Many muscles are reutilized post surgery, and this change is what ultimately ...
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