Manage Residual Limb Volume with These Tips

September 20, 2023

Managing volume changes in the residual limb is crucial for a comfortable and safe prosthetic limb-wearing experience. This is because the fit of a prosthesis can be greatly affected by size variations in your residual limb, which can lead to skin...

Managing volume changes in the residual limb is crucial for a comfortable and safe prosthetic lim...

How to Talk About Pain With Your Doctor

September 17, 2023

Managing pain is an essential aspect of healthcare, but unfortunately, it is often overlooked. This is because most healthcare providers lack formal training in pain management, which puts patients at a disadvantage.

Managing pain is an essential aspect of healthcare, but unfortunately, it is often overlooked. Th...

Phantom Limb Syndrome: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Brain

September 13, 2023

Many amputees experience vivid sensations that seem to suggest the presence of a limb that is no longer there. This phenomenon is known as ‘phantom limb syndrome’, and it is quite common among individuals who have lost a limb. To gain a better und...

Many amputees experience vivid sensations that seem to suggest the presence of a limb that is no ...

Young Man Pursues PhD to Design Prosthetic Limbs After Experiencing Limb Loss

September 10, 2023

In Vista, California, a young man named Andrew Seelhoff prepares to give back to the amputee community as he starts his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering.

In Vista, California, a young man named Andrew Seelhoff prepares to give back to the amputee comm...