How to Reduce Residual Limb Pain Through Proper Load Transfer

Living with a prosthetic limb is a journey that goes beyond just wearing an artificial hand or leg. It’s about learning how your body and the prosthetic can work together as a team. One of the biggest challenges people face after amputation is residual limb pain — the pain that comes from the part of […]
Top Suspension Systems That Improve Weight Distribution and Stability

When it comes to using a prosthetic leg, how it fits is only part of the story. What truly brings the device to life—what makes it feel like part of your body—is the suspension system. The suspension system is what keeps your prosthesis attached to your limb. But more than that, it’s what helps you […]
How Weight-Bearing Affects Gait and Balance in Below-Knee Amputees

Learning to walk again after a below-knee amputation is a journey filled with both challenges and small victories. One of the biggest factors that shapes this journey is something many people overlook at first—weight-bearing. How your body handles weight, how that weight moves through your prosthesis, and how your residual limb supports it all makes […]
End-Bearing vs. Total Surface-Bearing Sockets: Which Is Right for You?

If you’re new to wearing a prosthetic limb or thinking about upgrading your current one, you’ve likely heard the terms end-bearing and total surface-bearing sockets. These two designs may sound technical, but they play a huge role in how your prosthetic feels, how well it fits, and how comfortably you can move through your day. […]
Pressure Points in Lower Limb Prosthetics: How to Prevent Skin Breakdown

When someone starts using a lower limb prosthetic, most people focus on the mechanics. Will it help them walk again? Will it fit right? Will it hold up over time? But one of the most important and often overlooked parts of the experience is how the prosthetic feels on the skin—every single day. Even the […]