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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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How A Below-Knee Amputee’s ‘Jumping Stump’ Syndrome Improved

September 06, 2023

Amputations, although life-altering, have become increasingly manageable with advancements in prosthetic technology. However, a mysterious and little-known complication known as 'Jumping Stump' syndrome continues to bewilder patients and healthcare providers.

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  • 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...

  • Alternatives to Opioids: Dealing With Post-Amputation Surgery Pain

    August 30, 2023

    Over the past 40 years, there has been a significant shift in patients’ attitudes towards pain management. Back then, patients would refuse pain m...

    Over the past 40 years, there has been a significant shift in patients’ attitudes towards pain management. Back then, patients would refuse pain m...

  • Teen Amputee Helps Others on Their Amputee Journey

    August 27, 2023

    Eighteen-year-old Minnesota-based Jed Anderson is redefining what it means to be an amputee. After a devastating farm accident left him without his...

    Eighteen-year-old Minnesota-based Jed Anderson is redefining what it means to be an amputee. After a devastating farm accident left him without his...

  • How Solid-State Batteries Can Boost Next-Gen Prosthetics

    August 23, 2023

    Solid-state batteries are hailed as having the potential to revolutionize the prosthetics industry by providing improved functionality, durability...

    Solid-state batteries are hailed as having the potential to revolutionize the prosthetics industry by providing improved functionality, durability...

  • 5 Effective Non-Invasive Techniques for Prosthetic Pain Relief

    August 20, 2023

    Experiencing pain can be useful in signaling potential injuries and prompting us to address them promptly. However, for individuals who suffer from...

    Experiencing pain can be useful in signaling potential injuries and prompting us to address them promptly. However, for individuals who suffer from...