Amputation Surgery
Why people have amputations, what to expect, do’s and don’ts during recovery
Download "Amputation Surgery" .PDF (English Version) 1.8 MB

Pain After Amputation
Types of pain, their causes, and ways to alleviate them
Download "Pain After Amputation" .PDF (English Version) 976 KB

Wrapping Your Residual Limb
Why and how to wrap the residual limb
Download "Wrapping Your Residual Limb" .PDF (English Version) 972 KB

Infection Prevention
How to prevent, recognize and treat infections
Download "Infection Prevention" .PDF (English Version) 1.2 MB

Emotions After Limb Loss
Positive ways to deal with emotions people experience with limb loss
Download "Emotions After Limb Loss" .PDF (English Version) 1.7 MB

Prosthetics
Frequently asked questions and advice about prosthetics from others who have lost limbs
Download "Prosthetics" .PDF (English Version) 1 MB

Physical Rehabilitation
Tips to help you recover from surgery, prepare for a prosthesis and relearn to walk
Download "Physical Rehabilitation" .PDF (English Version) 1.4 MB

Getting Back to Work
Stories from people who returned to work after amputation
Download "Getting Back to Work" .PDF (English Version) 1.4 MB

Rights and Responsibilities
What they are, and why you should understand them
Download "Rights and Responsibilities" .PDF (English Version) 1.2 MB

Information for Families
For families and friends, to better understand how to help
Download "Information for Families" .PDF (English Version) 1.8 MB

Arm Amputation
Prosthetics and techniques for arm amputations.
Download "Arm Amputation" .PDF (English Version) 488 KB

Children With Limb Loss
Special information for children with limb loss, for parents and amputees.
Download "Children With Limb Loss" .PDF (English Version) 628 KB

Diabetes and Vascular Disease
Steps to live a healthy life and avoid amputation.
Download "Diabetes and Vascular Disease" .PDF (English Version) 346 KB


To order the complete boxed set of Surviving Limb Loss pamphlets, download the .PDF flyer on Surviving Limb Loss, which contains an order form or Contact LSN.