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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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Can Powered Prosthetic Ankles Improve User Function?

July 27, 2021

Powered prosthetic ankles have long been touted for their ability to provide battery-powered mechanical push-off. However, it's unclear whether using the prosthesis translates to positive changes in physical activity.

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  • 14-Year-Old Mia Lloyd: 'Living With a Disability Has Not Held Me Back'

    July 23, 2021

    Mia Lloyd enjoyed living an active, sporty life at a young age. However, she had to give it up for a while when she was diagnosed with a rare form...

    Mia Lloyd enjoyed living an active, sporty life at a young age. However, she had to give it up for a while when she was diagnosed with a rare form...

  • Haptic Technology Could Upgrade Prosthetics

    July 20, 2021

    The sense of touch plays a vital role in our daily lives. But most of us took it for granted until the pandemic happened. Suddenly we couldn’t hug...

    The sense of touch plays a vital role in our daily lives. But most of us took it for granted until the pandemic happened. Suddenly we couldn’t hug...

  • How Pandemic Downtime Affected Paralympians

    July 15, 2021

    When the COVID-19 pandemic forced most of the world to go into quarantine in March 2020, the International Paralympic Committee still planned to p...

    When the COVID-19 pandemic forced most of the world to go into quarantine in March 2020, the International Paralympic Committee still planned to p...

  • How to Enjoy the Hot, Sweaty Summer Season

    July 13, 2021

    As cities slowly reopen and lift travel restrictions, more people get ready to enjoy some much-needed time outdoors. However, preparations might l...

    As cities slowly reopen and lift travel restrictions, more people get ready to enjoy some much-needed time outdoors. However, preparations might l...

  • A Work in Progress: Body Confidence

    July 06, 2021

    After experiencing limb loss, it's common to go through many challenging months. New amputees need to regain mobility and independence. They also ...

    After experiencing limb loss, it's common to go through many challenging months. New amputees need to regain mobility and independence. They also ...

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