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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

Possible link between pre-amputation malnutrition and poor post-amputation outcomes.

Is There a Link Between Malnutrition and Poor Post-amputation Outcomes?

September 22, 2022

Are lower-limb amputees at a high risk of malnutrition or undernutrition? Researchers seem to think so. In Singapore, a team of researchers found evidence—albeit limited—that showed a high prevalence of lower-limb amputees at risk of malnutrition and undernutrition.

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  • Nathan Copeland has been wearing a brain-computer interface for more than 7 years.

    This Man Has Been Wearing a Brain-Computer Interface for 7 Years

    September 15, 2022

    Nathan Copeland has been wearing a brain-computer interface (BCI) for seven years and four months—the longest a human has had an implant like this...

    Nathan Copeland has been wearing a brain-computer interface (BCI) for seven years and four months—the longest a human has had an implant like this...

  • Runways of Dreams' A Fashion Revolution 2022 will feature more than a dozen designers showcasing their inclusive designs.

    Runway of Dreams’ A Fashion Revolution 2022: Amputee Models to Watch Out For

    September 09, 2022

    September is the much-awaited month in the fashion world. And at this year's New York Fashion Week (NYFW), the Runway of Dreams Foundation will ho...

    September is the much-awaited month in the fashion world. And at this year's New York Fashion Week (NYFW), the Runway of Dreams Foundation will ho...

  • Researchers found that hard shoe insoles can reduce the risk of falls in unilateral below-knee amputees.

    Hard Insoles May Reduce Risk of Falls in Unilateral Below-Knee Amputees — study

    September 07, 2022

    People with limb loss have a higher risk of falling compared to able-bodied individuals, and the best way to reduce the risk is by ensuring postur...

    People with limb loss have a higher risk of falling compared to able-bodied individuals, and the best way to reduce the risk is by ensuring postur...

  • Knowing one's fall risk factors can dramatically improve quality of life, especially in lower-limb amputees.

    What Are Your Fall Risk Factors?

    September 03, 2022

    While a fall is simply an annoyance for some, it could lead to extreme damage for others. Over 50% of adults with leg amputations experience at le...

    While a fall is simply an annoyance for some, it could lead to extreme damage for others. Over 50% of adults with leg amputations experience at le...

  • Tech pro Roman Leykin shares how he's moving forward with sports after limb loss.

    Tech Pro With Epilepsy, Bilateral Leg Loss Shares How He’s Moving Forward

    September 01, 2022

    Different people deal with life challenges in various ways. While some take time to find their stride, others are immediately driven to move forwa...

    Different people deal with life challenges in various ways. While some take time to find their stride, others are immediately driven to move forwa...

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