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Glossary of Amputation Terms for Amputees

Glossary of Amputation Terms for Amputees

by Steel Bones | Jun 8, 2025 | Amputee Matters, Health & Research, News

If you’re new to the amputee world, it can be daunting trying to keep up with all the ‘lingo’. Here’s some of the common words and abbreviations you might see or hear when you first have your amputation. AE: (above-the-elbow): A specific level of amputation—aka...
The Health professionals who support Amputees

The Health professionals who support Amputees

by Steel Bones | Jun 8, 2025 | Amputee Matters, Health & Research

Recovering from an amputation and adjusting to life after limb loss isn’t something anyone should face alone. Behind every successful journey is a team of dedicated health professionals who play vital roles in an amputee’s recovery, rehabilitation, and long-term...
Major Prosthetic Providers in the UK

Major Prosthetic Providers in the UK

by Steel Bones | Jun 8, 2025 | Amputee Matters, Health & Research

OttobockA global leader in prosthetics and orthotic technologies, working with both NHS centres and private clinics across the UK ensun.io+1beastprosthetics.co.uk+1. BlatchfordDeveloper of high-performance lower-limb prosthetic systems, including advanced knees and...
Types of Prosthetic Limbs on the NHS for Amputees

Types of Prosthetic Limbs on the NHS for Amputees

by Steel Bones | Jun 8, 2025 | Amputee Matters, Health & Research

Navigating life after limb loss can be overwhelming — and one of the biggest steps is understanding what prosthetic options are available to you. Whether you’re newly amputated or looking to explore alternatives to your current limb, knowing what’s offered...
Major New Alliance Launched to Champion the Limb Loss & Limb Different Community

Major New Alliance Launched to Champion the Limb Loss & Limb Different Community

by Steel Bones | Apr 30, 2025 | Amputee Matters, News

We are thrilled to announce the launch of a powerful new partnership between six leading limb loss and limb difference organisations: Amputation Foundation, Blesma, Finding You Feet, LimbPower, Reach and Steel Bones. This alliance marks an exciting step forward in...
Breakthrough for Steel Bones Family

Breakthrough for Steel Bones Family

by Steel Bones | Nov 15, 2018 | Amputee Matters, Legal Careers and Advice, Our Stories

🔊 Play We had a major breakthrough for a Steel Bones family we have been working with the last few months.  They reached crisis point a few weeks ago and it became impossible to get their daughter to school.  Their school had been battling for over a year to...
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