Created 3/2022 –
Proper skin care is essential to the health and mobility of those living with limb loss or limb difference. Whether you have an upper limb or lower limb loss or difference, the residual skin must maintain its integrity for the proper and comfortable fit and wear of a prosthesis. Prosthetic sockets trap sweat and prevent air from circulating around your residual limb, which can create a virtual paradise for bacteria. Bacterial and fungal infections can lead to skin irritation, abrasions and eventually skin breakdown. Left unchecked, this could lead to infection and ulcerations, leaving you unable to use your prosthesis for an extended length of time.
Race and Ethnicity Disparities in Limb Loss
Updated 9/2021 –
Over two million Americans live with limb loss and limb difference. But the risk is not the same for everyone. People of color are more likely to have limb loss as a result of unequal access and treatment in our society and health systems.
Obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License with Limb Loss or Limb Difference
Created 09/2021 –
After an amputation surgery, people are often eager to start setting goals for “getting back to normal” or “finding their new normal.” One of the most important pieces of that can be getting back to work.
Home and Community-Based Services
Created 8/2021 –
Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) are types of person-centered care delivered in the home and in the community. HCBS programs address the needs of people with functional limitations who need assistance with everyday activities, like getting dressed or bathing.
Vehicle Modification Resources
Published 3/2021 –
People with all levels of limb loss or limb difference can still drive a car. Depending on the level or type of limb loss or limb difference as well as your use or non-use of a prosthesis, you may need to choose an automatic transmission.
Getting Behind the Wheel with Limb Loss and Limb Difference
Created 12/2020 –
Hitting the open road is about as American as apple pie, baseball, and summer family cookouts. The United States is known for having a robust and vibrant car culture. Even in larger cities, some individuals choose to rely on their own personal transportation.
Osseointegration: An Overview
Prosthetic vs. Prosthesis: The Correct Usage
We are often asked how and when to use the terms prosthetics and prosthesis properly in a sentence. Learn that and related information from Amputee Coalition.
Living Free
For many people, asking for help can be hard to do. It requires facing the reality of missing a limb, which can lead to difficult emotions like shame, grief and self-doubt. Accepting help can also fuel fears of becoming a burden, or losing your independence. But a visit from a peer visitor or another amputee can not only ease these fears, but it can also help you find the answers to questions you’re not even ready to ask yet.
Tips on improving your gait
Published 12/6/2018 –
How do you know when your gait is “normal”? Check out these tips from a Physical Therapist to know if you might need help improving how you walk.