Adaptive Amputees Blog: Honest Stories and Practical Guidance
Whether you're here for practical advice, fitness inspiration, or personal stories, you'll find content designed to uplift and inform. Use the search bar to explore topics that matter to you, from health and fitness to beauty, fashion, and more!
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Includes: Workout routines, balance exercises, running tips, stretching for prosthetic users, beginner-friendly fitness guides.
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Includes: Air travel tips, hotel accessibility, packing and prosthetic care while traveling, empowerment while abroad.
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Includes: Personal experiences with prosthetic feet, comparisons between models, beginner tips, and research-related posts.
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Includes: Personal journeys (e.g., adoption, clubfoot, wedding injury), grief, relationships, and resilience after amputation.
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Includes: Self-advocacy at prosthetist appointments, answering awkward questions, disability pride, public perception, and mental health.
How to Clean Your Prosthetic Liner (And Why Everyone Has a Different Answer)
I asked our Facebook community how they clean their prosthetic liner. 309 comments later, the debate was very much alive: soap vs. alcohol, daily vs. weekly, wipes vs. full wash. Here's what real amputees actually use, what your liner material can handle, and how to build a routine that keeps your skin healthy.
Real Answers to the 20 Most Common Questions Amputees Ask
Real answers from someone who’s lived it. My take on the 20 questions amputees ask most.
The Journey to a New Prosthesis: A Step-by-Step Guide
This guide shares my personal experience and expert advice on everything from insurance to the adjustment period, empowering you to live boldly with your new device.
