When to Start Prosthetic Training After a Traumatic Amputation

A traumatic amputation changes life in a moment. One minute, everything feels normal—and the next, everything is different. The shock, the fear, the pain, the questions… they all come at once. And in the middle of it all, one thought keeps coming back: What now? At some point, talk of prosthetics begins. Maybe your doctor […]
The Best Exercises for Regaining Strength After Limb Trauma

When someone goes through a serious injury that leads to limb trauma, their life changes in ways most people can’t imagine. The first few days after the injury are filled with questions—about pain, movement, and what the future will look like. Once the wounds begin to heal, another big challenge comes up: how to get […]
The Role of Parental Support in Early Prosthetic Adaptation

When a child is born with a limb difference or undergoes an amputation early in life, the journey ahead can feel overwhelming for any parent. There are questions about mobility, acceptance, and how to give the child the best start. One of the most important parts of this journey is early prosthetic adaptation. But even […]
Myoelectric Arms for Congenital Limb Deficiencies: Are They the Right Fit?

For children born with upper limb differences, prosthetic arms can be an important part of learning, growing, and feeling independent. But with so many options available today, families often wonder what kind of prosthetic is best. Among the most advanced are myoelectric arms—devices that use muscle signals to control movement. They sound impressive, and in […]
How 3D Printing Is Transforming Prosthetic Access for Congenital Amputees

For children and adults born with limb differences, getting the right prosthetic has always been a challenge. In the past, it took time, money, and travel to get something that was only partly personalized. Even then, many prosthetics felt uncomfortable or were too expensive to replace as the user grew or needed something new. But […]