Speaking to another amputee can make a real difference to your recovery and ease your concerns. We call this type of assistance Peer Support.

Following surgery, you will need time to recover. It is also a time to set goals about your journey ahead. Here, we help to guide you through the process to navigate your pathways forward.

Effectively managing your short and long term health will lead to better outcomes and prevent future problems.

Getting the right kind of prosthesis to suit your lifestyle needs and daily level of activity is important.

People are often concerned about the costs involved in getting a prosthesis. In Australia, there are a number of different funding schemes and it can be easy to get confused and to know what you are eligible for.

Setting Goals

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A Practical Guide for Amputees

Fact sheet 1 Understanding the healthcare system

Fact sheet 2 What to expect following amputation

Fact sheet 3 Returning home following a lower limb amputation

Fact sheet 4 Returning home following an upper limb amputation

Fact sheets 5 How to set goals following amputation

Fact sheet 6 What to expect when trying a lower limb prosthesis

Fact sheet 7 Prosthetic appearance and cosmetic covers

Fact sheet 8 Post traumatic stress disorder PTSD

Fact sheet 9 Regaining your independence

Fact sheet 10 Getting back into recreation

Fact sheet 11 Caring for your residual limb after amputation

Fact Sheet 12 How to prevent falls following an amputation

Foot care tips for amputees

Hygiene tips for amputees

Skin care tips for amputees

Peer support program

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Amputees In Motion - A snapshot of people living with limb loss in Australia

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