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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

Man from Hamburg, New York finds that he's still adjusting to life without a leg two years after limb loss.

Western New York Man Still Adapting Two Years After Limb Loss

June 29, 2024

Getting used to a life without a limb or with a prosthetic limb is tough. Depending on the case, it can take months or years before going back to doing the activities one did before amputation surgery. For James Serafin, who experienced limb loss on April 23, 2022, he is still in the adjustment phase more than two years in.

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  • The intermittent beams of light in our personal tunnels can guide us towards healing.

    Finding Hope in a Dark Tunnel: A Reflection

    April 28, 2024

    Living with limb loss may be akin to walking through dark tunnels that seem to stretch endlessly. These dark tunnels can feel suffocating and lonel...

    Living with limb loss may be akin to walking through dark tunnels that seem to stretch endlessly. These dark tunnels can feel suffocating and lonel...

  • Researchers have identified the factors that affect mobility in people with lower limb loss.

    How Various Factors Affect Mobility in People with Lower Limb Loss

    February 13, 2024

    Individuals who live with lower limb loss experience a significant change in their daily life and physical abilities. Rehabilitation goals for thes...

    Individuals who live with lower limb loss experience a significant change in their daily life and physical abilities. Rehabilitation goals for thes...

  • Navigate the workplace after an amputation with these tips and reminders.

    Finding Your Professional Footing Post-Amputation

    December 10, 2023

    Losing a limb is a life-altering event that can shake your confidence and self-worth. However, similar to other challenges, limb loss presents an o...

    Losing a limb is a life-altering event that can shake your confidence and self-worth. However, similar to other challenges, limb loss presents an o...

  • Learn how to navigate the mental challenges most amputees face after an amputation.

    Finding Strength and Psychological Well-Being After Amputation

    December 06, 2023

    Becoming an amputee, whether through trauma, disease, or other circumstances, is a profoundly transformative event. However, the impact of limb los...

    Becoming an amputee, whether through trauma, disease, or other circumstances, is a profoundly transformative event. However, the impact of limb los...

  • A medical team improved a below-knee amputee's jumping stump syndrome.

    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 litt...

    Amputations, although life-altering, have become increasingly manageable with advancements in prosthetic technology. However, a mysterious and litt...

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