Sleep Better with a Prosthetic: Night Routines for Seniors

A good night’s sleep is one of life’s quiet blessings. It refreshes the body, clears the mind, and keeps the heart strong. Yet, for many seniors using prosthetics, sleep doesn’t come easily. Between changes in body position, socket pressure, and worries about comfort, nights can feel long and restless. But peaceful sleep is possible—with the […]
Heart-Healthy, Low-Impact Cardio for Seniors Using Prosthetics

Staying active is one of the best gifts we can give ourselves, no matter our age or ability. For seniors, especially those using prosthetic limbs, exercise is not just about fitness—it’s about freedom, balance, and joy. A healthy heart gives you the strength to do more of what you love. But as we age, our […]
Diabetic Seniors with Prosthetics: Daily Foot & Skin Checks Made Easy

For seniors living with diabetes, every step matters. And when you also use a prosthetic limb, caring for your skin and feet becomes even more important. Diabetes can make your skin fragile, slow down healing, and reduce how well you feel pain or pressure. These small changes can quickly turn into big problems if not […]
Dizziness & Low BP: Safe Standing Strategies with a Prosthetic Leg

Standing should feel natural. But for many seniors using a prosthetic leg, it can sometimes bring moments of dizziness, light-headedness, or even a sudden drop in blood pressure. These feelings can make standing up or staying upright feel uneasy and unpredictable. Low blood pressure—often called hypotension—can make the world spin for a few seconds when […]
Phantom Pain Relief for Senior Prosthetic Users: Gentle Methods

Phantom pain can be one of the hardest parts of living with limb loss. Even after healing, the brain continues to send signals to the missing part—creating sensations that feel painfully real. For seniors using prosthetic limbs, these moments can come without warning: a sudden ache, a burning pulse, or a tingling that seems to […]