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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
Crafting His Own Legs, UVA Student Inspires Others to Lead and Overcome
July 22, 2025
The way individuals live their lives can have a profound impact on those around them. For the then-15-year-old Kaden Bagley, who lost a leg in a boating accident, the demeanor of then-18-year-old Brian Douglas served as a source of motivation. Upon their first meeting, Bagley thought that if Douglas could overcome his challenges, so could he.
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From Shark Attack Survivor to Paralympian: Athlete Raises Hope with Swim-A-Thon
July 18, 2025
On May 24, 2023, just days after she graduated from Yale, 23-year-old Alexandra “Ali” Truwit was snorkeling with a former swimming teammate in Turk...
On May 24, 2023, just days after she graduated from Yale, 23-year-old Alexandra “Ali” Truwit was snorkeling with a former swimming teammate in Turk...
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After Electrocution, Patient Finds New Strength With Bionic Hand
July 15, 2025
In March 2022, 23-year-old Christian Arreola climbed onto his parents’ rooftop in Rosarito, Mexico, hoping to catch a view of the ocean. But in a s...
In March 2022, 23-year-old Christian Arreola climbed onto his parents’ rooftop in Rosarito, Mexico, hoping to catch a view of the ocean. But in a s...
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Young Dancer With Prosthetic Leg Delivers Emotional Performance
July 10, 2025
Seven-year-old Oleksandra Pascal is known for her quiet confidence onstage. She radiates a strength that commands admiration. But beneath this comp...
Seven-year-old Oleksandra Pascal is known for her quiet confidence onstage. She radiates a strength that commands admiration. But beneath this comp...
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This Prosthetic Knee Design Mimics Origami for Softer, Smarter Movement
July 07, 2025
For years, traditional rigid prosthetic knees have been associated with challenges such as excessive weight, complex design, and discomfort, especi...
For years, traditional rigid prosthetic knees have been associated with challenges such as excessive weight, complex design, and discomfort, especi...
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Back in the Game: Student Athlete Plays Ball Again After Cancer, Limb Loss
July 02, 2025
Growing up, Hampton senior Aiden Hanna’s world revolved around baseball. But a sudden change in his health would soon test his resilience and alter...
Growing up, Hampton senior Aiden Hanna’s world revolved around baseball. But a sudden change in his health would soon test his resilience and alter...
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Getting Your First Prosthetic Leg? Read This First
October 05, 2021
If you have a lower-limb amputation or plan to get an elective amputation soon, you're probably thinking about getting a prosthetic leg. But before you do, here are some things you need to consider and discuss with your healthcare team.
If you have a lower-limb amputation or plan to get an elective amputation so...
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5 Ways to Control Sweating
August 05, 2021
How do you stay cool when you're wearing a prosthesis? In most situations, sweat is unable to evaporate from the skin and instead begins to pool inside your prosthetic socket. The good news is that there are strategies that you can do to reduce the amount of sweat.
How do you stay cool when you're wearing a prosthesis? In most situations, ...
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The Road to Recovery: Post-Amputation Milestones
April 20, 2021
One of the most frustrating aspects of life after limb loss is not knowing what to expect. Not knowing when you'll be able to walk again or how long the phantom pain will last is made even more frustrating by the fact that no one knows the answer. The best answer for questions like these is: It depends.
One of the most frustrating aspects of life after limb loss is not knowing w...
