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Recent Articles from Amplitude's Weekly Newsletter
Do Bogus AI Images of Amputees Hurt Anyone?
Why do major stock-image companies have dozens of misleading AI-generated images of amputees in their catalogs? We asked a senior
Six Ways for Amputees to Avoid Overuse Injuries
Amputees are prone to overuse injuries in their unaffected limbs, and avoiding them is a lifelong commitment. Here are six
Anatomy of an Amputee’s Viral TikTok
Sierra Diller never dreamed she’d get 5 million hits when she posted a 45-second TikTok bidding adieu to her right
Best New Amputee Tech at CES 2024
Once again, an innovative prosthetic device won a major award at the Consumer Electronics Show. Several other amputee-related products were
Best New Amputee Tech at CES 2024
Once again, an innovative prosthetic device won a major award at the Consumer Electronics Show. Several other amputee-related products were
Is Your State on the Affordability Bandwagon?
After the amputee community’s outstanding legislative achievements in 2023, hopes for 2024 are justifiably high. Where does your state fit
Your Favorite Amplitude Content in 2023
Amplitude reached more readers than ever this year, setting new records for website traffic, newsletter subscriptions, and social media engagement.
Navigating the Gulf Between Accessibility and Accommodation
In discussions about disability, two words often get used interchangeably despite having divergent meanings. One word, “accessibility,” refers to the
5 Amputees Who Made a Difference in 2023
We say the same thing every year, but it bears repeating: Every amputee makes a difference. So please consider the
Limb-ericks: Brassy Verses for Bionic Bards
It’s late December; who feels like working? Not us. Join us instead in some harmless merry-making with a few limericks
The Best Etsy Shop for Amputees
What holiday gift can you buy for the amputee who’s impossible to shop for? Stephan Boos’s emporium of vintage prosthetics
Best Holiday Gifts for Amputees in 2023
Our annual holiday gift-giving checklist for amputees is as random as ever. You’ll find plenty of stuff for your wardrobe,
How I Fell in Love With Amputee Soccer
Elayna Alexandra avoided sports growing up, especially those that involved a ball. But now, as an amputee, she has found
Rising Amputee Athletes Shine in Parapan American Games
The Parapan American Games have routinely served as a springboard to future Paralympic glory. Meet the amputee athletes who positioned
Albert Lin Nearly Lost His Leg (Again) on “Lost Cities”
In Lost Cities Revealed, amputee explorer Albert Lin shares deep narratives about the collective wisdom that connects ancient civilizations to
Amputee Actors Return to Work as Hollywood Strike Ends
When the actors’ strike settled and performers resumed promoting their work, we quickly learned about 5 new movies and TV