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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

A new study shows valuable insights for new amputees about prosthetic leg use.

Prosthetic Leg Use: Insights for New Amputees

December 27, 2023

While it might appear simple to use a prosthesis—just put them on in the morning and wear them throughout the day—navigating life as a new amputee presents its own set of challenges. Understanding how long and how often other prosthetic users wear their limbs, particularly in the face of discomfort from various factors, can be invaluable for tho...

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  • Veteran James Ritchie gets a robotic prosthetic arm from Hines O and P.

    Veteran Gets a Robotic Prosthetic Arm from Hines O&P

    December 24, 2023

    James Ritchie, a 73-year-old veteran from North Judson, Indiana, recently received a new robotic limb from Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital’s Prostheti...

    James Ritchie, a 73-year-old veteran from North Judson, Indiana, recently received a new robotic limb from Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital’s Prostheti...

  • Solve any prosthetic-related issue with confidence by adopting a systematic approach.

    Confidently Solve Prosthetic Issues by Taking on a Systematic Approach

    December 20, 2023

    Many challenges come with using a prosthetic limb, from budgeting for a new prosthesis to dealing with an uncooperative prosthetic limb when you're...

    Many challenges come with using a prosthetic limb, from budgeting for a new prosthesis to dealing with an uncooperative prosthetic limb when you're...

  • Avoid holiday weight gain and keep your residual limb healthy with these tips.

    How to Avoid Weight Gain During the Holidays

    December 17, 2023

    Gaining weight—an average of one pound or 0.5 kg—is expected during the holiday season, particularly between mid-November and mid-January. While ga...

    Gaining weight—an average of one pound or 0.5 kg—is expected during the holiday season, particularly between mid-November and mid-January. While ga...

  • How to deal with social media-induced stress during the holidays.

    Dealing With Social Media-Induced Stress During the Holidays

    December 13, 2023

    For some people, the holiday noise on social media can be a downer. A steady stream of cheerful holiday posts can exacerbate stress and even depres...

    For some people, the holiday noise on social media can be a downer. A steady stream of cheerful holiday posts can exacerbate stress and even depres...

  • 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...

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