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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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A new development in cell therapy could help make your residual limb skin more resilient.

Using Science To Make Your Skin Resilient

July 23, 2020

There is no shortage of prosthetic technology developments. However, as prosthetic limbs become more advanced, many prosthetic users still report some level of discomfort. This is in part due to the inherent fragility of the skin.

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  • Tips on how to reduce calluses the right way.

    This is the Right Way to Reduce a Callus

    December 16, 2019

    Whether you’re a new amputee or a seasoned prosthetic user, your skin endures a lot of stress. And this stress results in numerous skin issues, ch...

    Whether you’re a new amputee or a seasoned prosthetic user, your skin endures a lot of stress. And this stress results in numerous skin issues, ch...

  • Bottle of castor oil which can be used for prosthetic skincare.

    Prosthetic Skincare Ingredient Focus: Castor Oil

    August 19, 2019

    Castor oil is rich in omega-6, omega-9, and vitamin E, which makes this skincare ingredient super nourishing and hydrating for prosthetic users. T...

    Castor oil is rich in omega-6, omega-9, and vitamin E, which makes this skincare ingredient super nourishing and hydrating for prosthetic users. T...

  • A person with diabetes administering his daily foot care regimen.

    What You Need to Know About Diabetic Blisters

    July 26, 2019

    People diagnosed with diabetes need to watch out for skin complications, one of which is diabetic blisters—also called diabetic bullae or bullosis...

    People diagnosed with diabetes need to watch out for skin complications, one of which is diabetic blisters—also called diabetic bullae or bullosis...

  • Why Foot Care is Important for People with Diabetes

    Why Foot Care is Important for People with Diabetes

    July 21, 2019

    When you were initially diagnosed with diabetes, your doctor may have immediately followed it up with a reminder to always check your feet. Howeve...

    When you were initially diagnosed with diabetes, your doctor may have immediately followed it up with a reminder to always check your feet. Howeve...

  • The tea tree oil is a prosthetic skincare ingredient favorite.

    Prosthetic Skincare Ingredient Focus: Tea Tree Oil

    July 18, 2019

    Tea tree oil can be commonly found in various skincare and cleaning products. This is because the essential oil can be used for several purposes, ...

    Tea tree oil can be commonly found in various skincare and cleaning products. This is because the essential oil can be used for several purposes, ...

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