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Why Aren’t Smart Sockets Widely Used?
Smart prosthetic sockets promise to detect pressure, moisture, and skin issues before they become serious—but most remain stuck in the lab. Why aren’t they
Amputee’s Mississippi Journey Inspires New Book
In 2020, bilateral amputee Nate Denofre paddled 2,300 miles down the Mississippi River from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico alongside his wife Christa—who
Amy Purdy’s Paralympic Plot Twist
Snowboarder and Paralympian Amy Purdy nearly had her Hollywood breakthrough in Kingsman. Losing the role ultimately cleared the path to the Paralympics—and a far
In Prosthesis Selection, Knowledge Is Power
Your first prosthetics appointment can feel overwhelming. Now the largest global survey ever conducted on lower-limb prosthetic selection wants to hear what you wish
Why Aren’t Smart Sockets Widely Used?
Smart prosthetic sockets promise to detect pressure, moisture, and skin issues before they become serious—but most remain stuck in the lab. Why aren’t they more widely used?
Amputee’s Mississippi Journey Inspires New Book
In 2020, bilateral amputee Nate Denofre paddled 2,300 miles down the Mississippi River from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico alongside his wife Christa—who had never paddled before—and their dog Marci. Storms, illness, and a snapped prosthetic nearly ended the journey more than once, but strangers known as River Angels helped carry them forward. Now the couple revisits the adventure in their new book.
Amy Purdy’s Paralympic Plot Twist
Snowboarder and Paralympian Amy Purdy nearly had her Hollywood breakthrough in Kingsman. Losing the role ultimately cleared the path to the Paralympics—and a far bigger spotlight.
A Chance to Change the Future of Prosthetic Care
Selecting a prosthetic device is one of the most significant choices a person with limb loss will make. And yet numerous studies suggest that many amputees don’t feel fully involved in that decision.
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Can This Early-Warning Sign Save Limbs?
More than half of US amputations are linked to diabetes and vascular disease, and the warning signs often appear years before surgery becomes inevitable. A new
Illusory Sensation Has Real-World Benefits
The proprioception illusion was documented more than 50 years ago. But engineers have only recently started tapping this phenomen’s potential to improve prosthetic limb design. <!--
Five Amputee-Friendly Valentine’s Day Videos
With Cupid getting ready to fire off some arrows this weekend for Valentine’s Day, we rounded up a handful of short
A Chance to Change the Future of Prosthetic Care
Selecting a prosthetic device is one of the most significant choices a person with limb loss
Can This Early-Warning Sign Save Limbs?
More than half of US amputations are linked to diabetes and vascular disease, and the warning signs often appear years before surgery becomes inevitable. A new study uncovered patterns hidden in routine health records.
Illusory Sensation Has Real-World Benefits
The proprioception illusion was documented more than 50 years ago. But engineers have only recently started tapping this phenomen’s potential to improve prosthetic limb design.
Five Amputee-Friendly Valentine’s Day Videos
With Cupid getting ready to fire off some arrows this weekend for Valentine’s Day, we rounded up a handful of short
Better Post-Amputation Outcomes Are a LEAP Away
When hospitals follow the Lower Extremity Amputation Protocol (LEAP), patient outcomes improve. Yet few hospitals have adopted LEAP since its introduction
A Chance to Change the Future of Prosthetic Care
Selecting a prosthetic device is one of the most significant choices a person with limb loss will make. And yet numerous studies suggest that many amputees don’t feel fully involved in that decision.
A Chance to Change the Future of Prosthetic Care
Selecting a prosthetic device is one of the most significant choices a person with limb loss will make. And yet numerous studies suggest that many amputees don’t feel fully involved in that decision.
