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What to Know About Your First Prosthetic Leg: A Beginner’s Guide
A prosthetic leg is a custom medical device designed to support walking, balance, and everyday movement after limb loss. Early adjustments, physical therapy, and ongoing care help improve comfort and reduce fatigue over time. With proper fitting and follow-up, many people gradually experience steadier movement, increased confidence, and greater ease in daily life.

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UNDERSTANDING CRANIAL HELMETS: SUPPORTING HEALTHY HEAD GROWTH IN BABIES
Every baby grows at their own pace learning to roll, sit, smile, and interact with the world in beautiful little ways. But during early development, babies’ skulls are soft and flexible , which is a natural and important part of growth. Sometimes, this flexibility can lead to flat spots or uneven shaping of the head. This is known as plagiocephaly , and it’s more common than many parents realize. The good news? With the right guidance and gentle treatment, the head shape ca

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Dec 2, 20252 min read


ASSISTIVE DEVICES THAT COMPLEMENT YOUR PROSTHESIS
Learning to walk with a prosthesis is a journey, one built on patience, practice, and the right support.For many individuals with limb loss, assistive devices like walkers, canes, or crutches play an important role in building balance, strength, and confidence in daily movement. At Bionic Prosthetics & Orthotics , we view these devices not as signs of limitation , but as temporary tools that help you move safely while your body adapts . This blog explains: Why assistive dev

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Dec 2, 20252 min read


A DAY IN THE LIFE: LIVING WITH A BIONIC LIMB
Real Stories. Real Wins. Real Strength. Every person who wears a bionic arm or leg carries more than the device itself.They carry stories of resilience, humor, adaptation, identity, and the quiet victories no one sees. At Bionic Prosthetics & Orthotics , we meet people who remind us every day that mobility is not just physical, it's emotional, psychological, and deeply human. This is not a story about limitations. This is a story about living. Meet Jeff Steinberg Jeff has

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Dec 2, 20252 min read


SPORTS & PROSTHETICS - HOW ATHLETES WITH LIMB BREAK BARRIES EVERYDAY.
Sports are more than movement - they’re expression, identity, confidence, and freedom.For individuals with limb loss, adaptive sports offer a powerful path to reclaiming movement and rediscovering what the body can do. With today’s advancements in bionic prosthetics and orthotics , athletes around the world are running, cycling, swimming, climbing, and competing at elite levels. At Bionic Po, we support athletes of all ages and abilities in stepping back into the sports t

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Nov 29, 20252 min read


RESIDUAL LIMB CARE: YOUR GUIDE TO COMFORT, CONFIDENCE & HEALING
Living with a limb difference or recovering from an amputation is a powerful journey of resilience, adaptation, and rediscovery. At Bionic Prosthetics & Orthotics , we believe that proper residual limb care is the foundation for long-term mobility, comfort, and confidence with your prosthetic device. Why Residual Limb Care Matters After amputation, your residual limb adapts to new challenges: pressure from a prosthetic socket, friction from liners, and changes in skin moistur

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Nov 29, 20253 min read


WHEN DO I NEED A FOLLOW-UP FOR MY PROSTHESIS?
Not sure when to return after a prosthesis fitting? Learn the signs—routine timelines, discomfort or skin changes, life changes and what a follow-up includes to keep you moving.

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Sep 15, 20252 min read


PHANTOM PAIN: UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING PHANTOM LIMB SENSATION
Phantom limb pain is real and manageable. This guide explains why it happens, how it feels, and the most effective treatments and therapies, from mirror therapy to CBT, to help amputees reclaim comfort and control.

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Sep 14, 20253 min read


THE IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR AMPUTEES
After an amputation, recovery starts with physical therapy. Build strength, improve balance, manage pain, and learn comfortable prosthetic use with care tailored to you.

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Sep 13, 20252 min read


WHAT IS GAIT TRAINING AND HOW CAN IT HELP AFTER AMPUTATION?
So, What Exactly Is Gait Training? Gait training is an important component of a physical therapy program designed to help people walk...

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Sep 11, 20252 min read


PREVENTING MUSCLE CONTRACTURES AFTER AMPUTATION
Living with a limb difference or recovering from an amputation comes with its unique challenges. One of the significant concerns during...

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Sep 10, 20252 min read


Spring Cleaning Your Prosthesis: Maintenance Tips
As we venture through spring, the change in weather gives us the motivation to clean up the parts of the house that were seemingly...

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May 20, 20253 min read


Bionic Patients and Team Shine at AOPA 2024: A Journey of Learning and Innovation
This past September, several members of the Bionic team had the privilege of attending the annual American Orthotic & Prosthetic...

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Oct 4, 20242 min read


Bionic's Brad Watson Named to NAAOP Board of Directors
At Bionic, we are thrilled to announce that one of our esteemed Regional Managers and Certified Prosthesis & Orthotists, L. Bradley...

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Apr 18, 20242 min read


Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month
Did you know that every day, more than 500 people in the U.S. lose a limb, and it is estimated that, by 2050, the number of people living...

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Apr 3, 20232 min read


9 Questions You Need to Ask Your Prosthetist or Orthotist
Every appointment you make with your prosthetist or orthotist has a chance to increase your mobility, reduce pain and discomfort, and...

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Jul 5, 20225 min read


Tony Gutierrez: Growing with Bionic
By Tony Gutierrez, the National Clinical Specialist for Bionic Prosthetics & Orthotics. Ready to take the next steps? Find out how you...

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Jun 24, 20224 min read


The Bionic Difference: Alexander Lecher
Alexander Lecher is not an ordinary boy. Why? Because Alexander is unstoppable. “He loves to play with his stuffed horse Neigh Neigh,”...

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May 13, 20224 min read


The Bionic Difference: Peter Morrison
By Cooper Proudfoot Peter Morrison’s life revolved around horses. Riding horseback, caring for his animals, and competing in events far...

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Mar 15, 20223 min read


The Bionic Difference: Reynaldo Morales
By Jason Warne Reynaldo Morales loves basketball. Growing up in Gary, Indiana, taught him a love for the court and the community that...

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Feb 24, 20223 min read
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