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Patient Spotlight: Tom Jalinski — Finding Purpose After Limb Loss
Some journeys begin not with a single step, but with the courage to stand again—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. For Tom...
Ortheco Support
Apr 62 min read
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Limb Loss Awareness Month: Honoring Strength, Building Community
Every April, we celebrate Limb Loss Awareness Month—a time to honor the strength, resilience, and determination of individuals living...
Ortheco Support
Apr 32 min read
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20 Common Questions by Amputees
Adjusting to life after an amputation involves numerous questions and uncertainties. Here, we address 20 of the most common questions posed
Ortheco Support
Mar 284 min read
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A Complete Guide to Prosthetics: Understanding Amputation, Technology, and the Road to Recovery
Introduction Prosthetics is a field where medicine, engineering, and human resilience come together. Losing a limb is life-changing, but...
Ortheco Support
Mar 74 min read
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Ortheco Prosthetics: A Commitment to Excellence in St. Louis and Chicago
At Ortheco Prosthetics, we take immense pride in our unwavering dedication to patient care and satisfaction. Our commitment to excellence...
Ortheco Support
Feb 251 min read
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20 interesting facts about amputees and their prostheses
Here are 20 interesting facts about amputees and their prostheses, based on a mix of historical, technological, and human perspectives:...
Ortheco Support
Feb 223 min read
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Dream Big, But Start Small: How Amputees Can Set Goals Without Heartbreak
Setting goals is powerful. It gives us direction, motivation, and something to work toward. But there’s a fine line between ambition and...
Ortheco Support
Feb 62 min read
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Why Amputees in Chicagoland Should Choose Ortheco Prosthetics
Losing a limb is a life-changing event, but the right prosthetic care can make all the difference in how you move forward. If you’re an...
Ortheco Support
Feb 33 min read
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10 Steps to Thriving After Limb Loss: A Guide to Empowerment and Independence
Your Path to Thriving Starts Here Limb loss is a life-changing experience, but it’s also the beginning of a journey filled with...
Ortheco Support
Jan 283 min read
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Ortheco Prosthetics Comes to Chicago!
We are excited to announce that Ortheco Prosthetics has opened a brand-new location in the Chicagoland area! This expansion is a...
Ortheco Support
Jan 252 min read
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Amputee’s guide to choosing a Prosthetist
Introduction: Choosing the right prosthetic team is one of the most important decisions for an amputee. Whether you are newly amputated...
Ortheco Support
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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Reclaiming Wholeness: Overcoming the Emotional Challenges of Amputation
For many amputees, the physical loss of a limb is just the beginning of a complex journey. Alongside the challenges of physical recovery...
Ortheco Support
Dec 9, 20234 min read
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21 Mind-blowing Facts About Prosthetics: The Future of Human Mobility
Introduction Prosthetics have come a long way since their earliest known origins in ancient Egypt. Today, these devices have transformed...
Ortheco Support
Apr 11, 20233 min read
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The History of Prosthetics: From Ancient Times to Modern Day
Prosthetics, or artificial limbs, have been used for centuries to replace limbs that have been lost due to injury, illness, or war. In...
Ortheco Support
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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Phantom Pain After Amputation
Introduction: Phantom pain after an amputation is a sensation that is commonly experienced by individuals who have had a limb amputated....
Ortheco Support
Mar 14, 20233 min read
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Rehabilitation after Below Knee (BK)Amputation
Rehabilitation after a below-the-knee (BK) amputation is a crucial process in helping individuals regain their mobility, independence,...
Ortheco Support
Feb 26, 20233 min read
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How Amputees can stay motivated
Not taking a step forward is taking is stepping backwards. Take the first step. This is something that amputees need to remember as they...
Ortheco Support
Oct 4, 20223 min read
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Motivating Amputees Using Prosthesis:Strategies for a Better Tomorrow
It Is never easy to lose a limb, but it is possible to live without depression and pain. Amputees can manage their lives and continue to...
matt41065
Jan 6, 20225 min read
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What are the unique needs of female veteran amputees?
Women in the military have come a long way, increasing in both numbers and job roles. According to the Department of Defense, women today...
ganesh6493
Jul 24, 20213 min read
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Skin Problems While Using A Prosthetic Leg
Lower limb amputees who use a prosthesis may develop skin problems on the amputation stump. Because elements of the human body are...
ganesh6493
Jul 11, 20213 min read
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