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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Less Sweat, Healthier Skin: What Makes the Össur AeroFit Liner Different
May 21, 2026
Sweat and skin breakdown are common challenges for lower limb amputees. See how the Össur AeroFit Liner's 3D-printed design tackles both.
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Why Amputees Are More Prone to Chafing—and What to Do About It
May 19, 2026
Chafing hits harder with a prosthesis. Learn why residual limb skin is more vulnerable—and the products and habits that prevent it.
Chafing hits harder with a prosthesis. Learn why residual limb skin is more vulnerable—and the products and habits that prevent it.
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Stay Cool, Stay Moving: How Nike Aero-FIT Manages Heat and Moisture
May 16, 2026
Prosthesis users run hotter. Nike Aero-FIT's airflow technology helps manage heat and sweat for better socket fit and skin health.
Prosthesis users run hotter. Nike Aero-FIT's airflow technology helps manage heat and sweat for better socket fit and skin health.
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Prosthetic Antiperspirant
May 14, 2026
Get more from your prosthetic antiperspirant. Learn when to apply, how to protect your skin, and when to combine treatments for better fit and comf...
Get more from your prosthetic antiperspirant. Learn when to apply, how to protect your skin, and when to combine treatments for better fit and comf...
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Robotic Leg Users First Underestimate, Then Overestimate, Their Own Gait. Here’s Why It Matters.
May 12, 2026
NC State research reveals why robotic leg users underestimate—then overestimate—their gait. Learn what it means for your rehab journey.
NC State research reveals why robotic leg users underestimate—then overestimate—their gait. Learn what it means for your rehab journey.
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Spray, Stick, or Roll-On: Which Antiperspirant Format Actually Works Inside a Prosthesis?
May 09, 2026
Not all antiperspirant formats work the same inside a prosthesis. Learn which spray, stick, or roll-on works best for amputees.
Not all antiperspirant formats work the same inside a prosthesis. Learn which spray, stick, or roll-on works best for amputees.
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Prosthetic Antiperspirant
May 14, 2026
Get more from your prosthetic antiperspirant. Learn when to apply, how to protect your skin, and when to combine treatments for better fit and comfort.
Get more from your prosthetic antiperspirant. Learn when to apply, how to pro...
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Spray, Stick, or Roll-On: Which Antiperspirant Format Actually Works Inside a Prosthesis?
May 09, 2026
Not all antiperspirant formats work the same inside a prosthesis. Learn which spray, stick, or roll-on works best for amputees.
Not all antiperspirant formats work the same inside a prosthesis. Learn which...
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What a Poorly Fitting Prosthetic Does to Your Body Over Time
May 07, 2026
A poor prosthetic fit doesn't only cause discomfort, it also changes how your whole body moves. Learn the signs early and protect your long-term health.
A poor prosthetic fit doesn't only cause discomfort, it also changes how your...
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New Nerve-Reading Tech Could Make Prosthetic Legs Feel More Like the Real Thing
April 15, 2026
Researchers decoded leg movement intent from amputee nerves for the first time. See how this AI-powered implant could transform prosthetic legs.
Researchers decoded leg movement intent from amputee nerves for the first tim...
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Are Prosthetics Tax Deductible? What Those Living With Limb Loss Need to Know
April 09, 2026
Find out which prosthetic expenses are tax-deductible—devices, liners, travel, and more. Plus, how HSAs and FSAs can save you even more. Learn what to track.
Find out which prosthetic expenses are tax-deductible—devices, liners, travel...
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Everyday Joy: Simple Strategies to Brighten Your Life
January 10, 2026
We need more joy in our lives, not just from major milestones but also from small moments of happiness and connection. In a world filled with stress, intentionally seeking joy can enhance mental health, reduce anxiety, and foster a sense of calm.
We need more joy in our lives, not just from major milestones but also from s...
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Beyond Resolutions: How to Refresh Your Health, Space, and Goals
January 03, 2026
As the calendar turns and a new year begins, many of us feel that familiar pull toward self-improvement. Rather than relying on traditional resolutions that fade by February, this is a moment to refresh not only our goals but, most importantly, our minds, environment, and habits in ways that support lasting change.
As the calendar turns and a new year begins, many of us feel that familiar pu...
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Medicare and Prosthetic Limbs: Coverage for Amputees Explained
November 10, 2025
Prosthetic limbs do more than restore mobility—they help individuals living with limb loss or limb difference regain independence and confidence. However, these life-changing devices often cost thousands of dollars, making it crucial for Medicare beneficiaries to understand what’s covered and what’s not.
Prosthetic limbs do more than restore mobility—they help individuals living w...
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How to Afford a Prosthetic Limb: Grants, Programs, and Funding Resources for Amputees
September 19, 2025
Studies have shown that regular prosthetic limb use improves the quality of life of people with limb loss and limb difference, physically, emotionally, and mentally. However, getting a high-quality prosthetic limb is financially challenging for many.
Studies have shown that regular prosthetic limb use improves the quality of l...
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Is Shaving Worth the Risk? What to Know If You Wear a Prosthesis
August 20, 2025
For many individuals, shaving is just another part of their daily or weekly routine. However, shaving the area inside your prosthetic socket can get complicated.
For many individuals, shaving is just another part of their daily or weekly r...
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Navigating Pregnancy After Lower Limb Loss
June 22, 2025
Pregnancy is a transformative journey that brings many changes, both physically and emotionally. But for women who have lost a leg or have limb difference, matrescence comes with added challenges, including changes in mobility and prosthetics and increased physical strain.
Pregnancy is a transformative journey that brings many changes, both physical...
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Quick Walks, Big Insights: New Research Improves Prosthetic Energy Assessments
June 18, 2025
Evaluating how people with lower limb loss walk with their prostheses is important for comparing different devices and treatments. However, the standard method usually requires individuals to walk continuously for six minutes or more, which can be tough for some. A new study suggests that shorter walking tests might still provide useful informat...
Evaluating how people with lower limb loss walk with their prostheses is impo...
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The Battle for Mobility: Insurance Denials and Prosthetic Access
June 01, 2025
Insurance companies are increasingly refusing to provide coverage for prosthetic limbs, which leaves many individuals with limb loss without access to essential medical devices. This situation has garnered significant attention, as it has considerably affected those who depend on prosthetics for their everyday lives.
Insurance companies are increasingly refusing to provide coverage for prosthe...
