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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What to Do if You Can't Afford Health Insurance
March 23, 2023
It may be tempting to forgo health insurance, especially if you struggle to make ends meet. However, going without one puts your health and bank account at risk because medical emergencies happen without warning. And when they do, the bills will be costly, leading to years of debt. This is why it's crucial to have a plan for paying medical costs.
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The Surprising Benefit of Wearing a Travel Pillow at Your Desk
March 20, 2023
Neck pillows are a traveler must-have, especially if you have to sit on an airplane, train, or bus for long hours. These U-shaped pillows are said...
Neck pillows are a traveler must-have, especially if you have to sit on an airplane, train, or bus for long hours. These U-shaped pillows are said...
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Benefits of Delayed Below-Knee Amputation vs. Limb Salvage
March 16, 2023
You may be trying to decide whether to undergo an amputation or to push through with limb salvage. This study, published in December 2022, may hel...
You may be trying to decide whether to undergo an amputation or to push through with limb salvage. This study, published in December 2022, may hel...
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Tips to Heal Amputation-Related Trauma
March 10, 2023
It doesn't matter whether you had a traumatic amputation or had time to prepare for it; you can still develop trauma. Trauma is a natural emotiona...
It doesn't matter whether you had a traumatic amputation or had time to prepare for it; you can still develop trauma. Trauma is a natural emotiona...
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When Do You Replace Your Shoes? This Test Might Help
March 06, 2023
We've all got a favorite pair of shoes—the one that isn't only comfortable but also goes with everything in your wardrobe and lifestyle. So, you w...
We've all got a favorite pair of shoes—the one that isn't only comfortable but also goes with everything in your wardrobe and lifestyle. So, you w...
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Chiropractic Care vs. Physical Therapy: Which One Do You Need?
March 02, 2023
You may be experiencing pain and wondering whether to consult a physical therapist or a chiropractor. Although both disciplines have their similar...
You may be experiencing pain and wondering whether to consult a physical therapist or a chiropractor. Although both disciplines have their similar...
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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...
