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How Prosthetic Devices Helped These Animals
March 20, 2020
Categories: General, Prosthesis, Prosthetic
Prosthetic devices aren’t just for humans. The amazing technological advances of prostheses have expanded to help our four-legged friends and more. Everyone should be able to live their best life. This has enabled many animals to have a second chance...
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Healthy Eating Month: Tips for a Healthy Lifestyle Post Limb Loss
March 6, 2020
Categories: General, Healthy Eating, Healthy Eating Month, Healthy Lifestyle, Limb Loss
Amputation is a big and overwhelming change. You’ll likely have a lot of information to sift through as you try to establish a new normal in your life. Thankfully, you aren’t alone. Nearly 1.8 million Americans have experienced limb loss....
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Is a Prosthetic Device Right for You?
February 17, 2020
Categories: General, Limb Loss, Prosthesis
Deciding whether or not you want a prosthetic device takes consideration. If you decide it’s the right choice for you, there are more decisions to make in terms of comfort and design. Take these aspects of prostheses into account when deciding if...
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Pick Up a New Hobby in 2020: Best Sports for Amputees
February 10, 2020
Categories: Activity, Prosthesis, Prosthetic, Sports
Does the new year have you excited and motivated to step out of your comfort zone? It’s a great time to try something new that’s fun but also physically challenging. Cycling Cycling is a fantastic way to strengthen your cardiovascular...
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5 Tips on Caring For Your Prosthetic
December 16, 2019
Categories: General, Prosthesis, Prosthetic
Prosthesis care is key - whether you’re traveling to places with colder temperatures this season or staying put, proper care can help you feel more comfortable and keep your prosthesis in better shape. That’s why we’ve come up with our...
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Be Prepared: Precautions to Take When Wearing Prosthetics
December 9, 2019
Categories: Activity, Care, General, Prosthesis, Prosthetic, Safety
If you are planning on traveling this holiday season or venturing out to icier areas in the U.S., we wanted to share some of our simple tips to help you stay safe out there. Having a prosthetic requires a learning curve, so it’s important to be...
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How to Enjoy the Great Outdoors as a New Amputee
November 15, 2019
Categories: Activity, Exercise, Prosthesis, Prosthetic
As the temperature outside decreases, there are still plenty of things you can do as an amputee to enjoy the outdoors. If you’re new to your prosthesis, don’t think that you have to give the nice weather a pass this year. With some practice,...
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Top 4 Limb Loss Issues Treated by Massage Therapy
October 14, 2019
Categories: Limb Loss, Massage Therapy, Physical Therapy
Traumatic and life-altering limb loss is accompanied by a long journey towards recovery both internally and externally. Massage therapy can help this recuperation, easing everything from muscle stiffness and swelling to sleep difficulties. Through this...
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