The evolution and variety of prosthetic components make prosthetic prescription, fitting, and adjustment complex. While this complexity underscores the pressing need for evidence-based guidelines and benchmarks to evaluate prosthetic components and patient functional potential, it also brings to light the challenge of supporting diverse perspectives within a multidisciplinary team. Not all members think in the same way, and although diversity in experience levels and academic backgrounds is key to creating this team’s value, it can delay the decision-making process and impact patient care.

Trendy diets seem to have always existed. A new way of eating that will result in rapid weight loss and increased health. In the last few years, the idea of an anti-inflammation has made a resurgence, carving out its own niche as the “New Mediterranean Diet”. No, this style of eating doesn’t encourage the pizzas and smoked meats of Italy, but rather plant-based foods, such as Olive oil, whole grains, vegetables, legumes, fruits, nuts, seeds, herbs and spices that grew in the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea.

Thanksgiving is nearly upon us, and with that comes its yearly gatherings steeped in tradition. Surprisingly enough, Thanksgiving is not only a record day for Turkey but also for runners: with a near 1 million of them participating in Turkey Trots around the country (3). The Turkey Trot has become a Pre-Thanksgiving meal tradition for many families in the past century. The very first of which was completed in Buffalo, NY in 1896, with only 6 participants (2).

Shopping for clothes is a polarizing subject for the public. Many people live for assembling their next outfit and keeping with the current trends, while others loathe the entire experience of trying clothes on and finding what fits. Unfortunately, for many amputees, they may find themselves in the latter category. General clothing, shirts, pants or otherwise, aren’t often made with amputees or prosthetic users in mind. Luckily, as of late, there are an increasing number of options for amputees looking to express themselves through fashion.

After an amputation, the body loses a large skin surface that was previously used to support the regulation of temperature[1]. With a prosthetic device, the residual limb is now covered by multiple layers, such as the liner, socks and socket. Moreover, walking with a prosthesis requires more energy expenditure than walking without one[2]. As a result, prosthetic users are more likely to sweat excessively.