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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.

Latest Stories

Close-up of an amputee wearing a microprocessor prosthetic leg while sitting, illustrating Medicare coverage for prosthetic limbs and amputee benefits.

Medicare and Prosthetic Limbs: Coverage for Amputees Explained

November 10, 2025

Prosthetic limbs do more than restore mobility—they help individuals living with limb loss or limb difference regain independence and confidence. However, these life-changing devices often cost thousands of dollars, making it crucial for Medicare beneficiaries to understand what’s covered and what’s not.

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  • Amputee woman warming up for a morning run in the park, wearing a prosthetic leg and athletic gear, symbolizing motivation and progress toward goals.

    The One Small Change That Can Help You Finally Reach Your Goals

    November 04, 2025

    We often set big goals. We imagine ourselves being healthier, more successful, or in stronger relationships. But most of the time, something holds ...

    We often set big goals. We imagine ourselves being healthier, more successful, or in stronger relationships. But most of the time, something holds ...

  • Close-up of the Taleo Adjust prosthetic foot being adjusted to fit a high-heeled shoe.

    Taleo Adjust: The Prosthetic Foot that Fits Your Life—and Your Shoes

    November 01, 2025

    Actress Bette Midler once said that “with the right footwear, one can rule the world.” While not everyone aspires to rule the world, we all want to...

    Actress Bette Midler once said that “with the right footwear, one can rule the world.” While not everyone aspires to rule the world, we all want to...

  • Amputee man sleeping beside his prosthetic leg — how quality sleep improves habit formation, recovery, and well-being.

    The Secret to Sticking With New Habits? A Good Night’s Sleep

    October 29, 2025

    When it comes to building new habits—whether it’s fitness, productivity, or wellness—many of us focus on willpower and discipline. And when you fai...

    When it comes to building new habits—whether it’s fitness, productivity, or wellness—many of us focus on willpower and discipline. And when you fai...

  • Human brain model illustrating new neuroscience research offering hope for treating phantom limb pain in amputees.

    New Brain Study Offers Hope for Treating Phantom Limb Pain

    October 25, 2025

    In a groundbreaking study, researchers discovered that the brain’s control center for a missing limb can remain active long after surgical amputati...

    In a groundbreaking study, researchers discovered that the brain’s control center for a missing limb can remain active long after surgical amputati...

  • Close-up of a gold thermoelectric patch on human skin, illustrating new prosthetic technology that allows bionic limbs to feel temperature.

    This Tiny Patch Makes Bionic Limbs Feel Temperature

    October 22, 2025

    For individuals experiencing limb loss or limb difference, advancements in technology have greatly improved movement restoration. Today’s prostheti...

    For individuals experiencing limb loss or limb difference, advancements in technology have greatly improved movement restoration. Today’s prostheti...

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