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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.
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Stress Management Tools for Amputees
October 01, 2023
We all experience stress from time to time, but some people may experience it more frequently than others. Stress is our body's natural response to demands that may cause physical, emotional, or psychological reactions. However, if stress is not properly managed or becomes overwhelming, it can lead to more serious issues like anxiety and depress...
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Here’s Why You Need to Add Radishes to Your Diet
September 27, 2023
In a world where "superfoods" seem to be all the rage, the radish is a humble cruciferous vegetable that hasn't been receiving as much attention. A...
In a world where "superfoods" seem to be all the rage, the radish is a humble cruciferous vegetable that hasn't been receiving as much attention. A...
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Young Girl Born With Backward-Facing Legs Aspires to be a Gymnast
September 24, 2023
Victoria has bilateral tibial hemimelia, a condition that can cause leg abnormalities. When her mother, Marzena Drusewicz, first learned that Victo...
Victoria has bilateral tibial hemimelia, a condition that can cause leg abnormalities. When her mother, Marzena Drusewicz, first learned that Victo...
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Manage Residual Limb Volume with These Tips
September 20, 2023
Managing volume changes in the residual limb is crucial for a comfortable and safe prosthetic limb-wearing experience. This is because the fit of a...
Managing volume changes in the residual limb is crucial for a comfortable and safe prosthetic limb-wearing experience. This is because the fit of a...
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How to Talk About Pain With Your Doctor
September 17, 2023
Managing pain is an essential aspect of healthcare, but unfortunately, it is often overlooked. This is because most healthcare providers lack forma...
Managing pain is an essential aspect of healthcare, but unfortunately, it is often overlooked. This is because most healthcare providers lack forma...
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Phantom Limb Syndrome: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Brain
September 13, 2023
Many amputees experience vivid sensations that seem to suggest the presence of a limb that is no longer there. This phenomenon is known as ‘phantom...
Many amputees experience vivid sensations that seem to suggest the presence of a limb that is no longer there. This phenomenon is known as ‘phantom...
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E-skin Enables Robots To Feel Pain, May Improve Future Prosthetic Limbs
July 27, 2022
Engineers from the University of Glasgow have created an electronic skin (e-skin) that could behave like natural human skin. The highly sensitive e-skin makes it capable of relaying information about the environment in the blink of an eye. It can also register pain. This development could improve prosthetic limbs by providing prosthetic users w...
Engineers from the University of Glasgow have created an electronic skin (e-...
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Why A One-Week Social Media Cleanse Is Good for You
July 13, 2022
Social media is great for fostering connections and staying informed. However, too much of it can burden your mental health. This is because social media algorithms tend to work against it.
Social media is great for fostering connections and staying informed. Howeve...
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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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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 of bone cancer, leading to an above-knee amputation on her left leg. In an article published on Wales Online, Lloyd recounted her journey.
Mia Lloyd enjoyed living an active, sporty life at a young age. However, she...
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Surgeon’s Innovative Technique Helps Young Amputee To Walk
May 26, 2021
Dr. Panagiotis Glavas recently performed a new surgical technique in pediatric orthopedic surgery. This new approach allowed a child amputee to walk again.
Dr. Panagiotis Glavas recently performed a new surgical technique in pediatr...
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6 Possible Causes of Hip Pain When Sitting
May 23, 2021
Experiencing hip pain when sitting can be caused by different things, including incorrect posture and medical conditions. An imbalance in the body often causes general hip pain in prosthetic users. After amputation, other joints and muscles have to carry extra weight and may be subjected to more stress. This imbalance is often exacerbated when ...
Experiencing hip pain when sitting can be caused by different things, includ...
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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...
