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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 Beginner’s Guide to Amputee Running: Pre-Run Exercises

August 15, 2019

Now it's time to create a pre-run ritual to protect your muscles from straining. On your quest to become a proficient prosthetic runner, you need to focus on strengthening your leg, especially your sound side leg which will bear most of the load. Aside from strengthening your leg, you need to continually build your endurance so your body can me...

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  • A Beginner’s Guide to Amputee Running: Below-Knee Suspension

    August 13, 2019

    One of the most preferred suspension systems for BK amputee runners is a suction suspension with a prosthetic liner, one-way valve, and prosthetic...

    One of the most preferred suspension systems for BK amputee runners is a suction suspension with a prosthetic liner, one-way valve, and prosthetic...

  • A Beginner’s Guide to Amputee Running: Above-Knee Suspension

    August 13, 2019

    During a run, you want your complete focus on your performance, so you wouldn’t want anything to hinder you from giving it your all. Another essen...

    During a run, you want your complete focus on your performance, so you wouldn’t want anything to hinder you from giving it your all. Another essen...

  • A Beginner’s Guide to Amputee Running: Prosthetic Running Knees

    August 09, 2019

    Each component of a prosthetic running leg contributes to your overall performance as an amputee runner. A prosthetic running knee offers strong r...

    Each component of a prosthetic running leg contributes to your overall performance as an amputee runner. A prosthetic running knee offers strong r...

  • How to Build an Amputee Survival Kit - A Complete Checklist

    August 07, 2019

    An amputee survival kit is your collection of products and tools that keep you comfortable and mobile. It should also be easy to carry around sinc...

    An amputee survival kit is your collection of products and tools that keep you comfortable and mobile. It should also be easy to carry around sinc...

  • A Beginner’s Guide to Amputee Running: Prosthetic Running Feet 

    August 05, 2019

    Getting the right running foot that fits your needs, as well as the requirements of the sport, is important.  There are several running feet avai...

    Getting the right running foot that fits your needs, as well as the requirements of the sport, is important.  There are several running feet avai...

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