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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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Effective Ways to Soothe and Treat Chafing

April 13, 2025

Chafing is a year-round issue, especially for those who wear prosthetic limbs. So, it’s crucial to incorporate habits that prevent and manage chafing in your daily routine.

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  • Skin Conditions After Limb Loss: What You Need to Know

    January 14, 2025

    Skin disease is one of the most common long-term medical problems people with limb loss encounter after amputation. These skin issues are often fou...

    Skin disease is one of the most common long-term medical problems people with limb loss encounter after amputation. These skin issues are often fou...

  • Using Micro-Fragmented Adipose Therapy to Treat Chronic Prosthesis-Related Ulcers

    October 08, 2023

    Managing ulcers related to prosthesis use on residual limbs has always been challenging in wound care and rehabilitation. A newly formed prosthetic...

    Managing ulcers related to prosthesis use on residual limbs has always been challenging in wound care and rehabilitation. A newly formed prosthetic...

  • Using Science To Make Your Skin Resilient

    July 23, 2020

    There is no shortage of prosthetic technology developments. However, as prosthetic limbs become more advanced, many prosthetic users still report ...

    There is no shortage of prosthetic technology developments. However, as prosthetic limbs become more advanced, many prosthetic users still report ...

  • This is the Right Way to Reduce a Callus

    December 16, 2019

    Whether you’re a new amputee or a seasoned prosthetic user, your skin endures a lot of stress. And this stress results in numerous skin issues, ch...

    Whether you’re a new amputee or a seasoned prosthetic user, your skin endures a lot of stress. And this stress results in numerous skin issues, ch...

  • Prosthetic Skincare Ingredient Focus: Castor Oil

    August 19, 2019

    Castor oil is rich in omega-6, omega-9, and vitamin E, which makes this skincare ingredient super nourishing and hydrating for prosthetic users. T...

    Castor oil is rich in omega-6, omega-9, and vitamin E, which makes this skincare ingredient super nourishing and hydrating for prosthetic users. T...

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