How does a prosthetic limb work?
Majority of people who get a prosthetic limbs can return to normal functioning within a few months depending on the location of the amputation as well as the psychical ability of the area.
Is it difficult in learning how to use the prosthetic limb?
Having a new prosthetic limb is a very tough process that requires a good amount of strength, patience, and effort in learning and adapting to this new device. The users have to learn how to walk on different types of surface such as stairs and uneven terrain or learning to perform daily activities again.
What kind of shoes can you wear with a prosthetic limb?
All shoes can be worn with the prosthetic limbs?
Will it hurt to walk with my prosthetic limb?
Of course not! The only thing is you need to break in the prosthetic socket.
How will the prosthetic limb stay on?
There are many ways that prosthetic devices stay on including suction, suspension, or straps and extensions.
Can i still enjoy sports with my prosthetic limb?
Yes! most people can continue their active lives! some sports such as swimming or sprinting require special designed limbs but other than that the prosthetic devices can be adapting to getting back in shape.
How long should my prosthetic limb last?
Depending on age, acuity level, and growth, it could last between several months to several years but most commonly lasts about 2 to 4 years
Once my prosthetic limb begins to feel comfortable, what do i do next?
Plan on making follow-up visits often to your prosthetist. Small adjustments will occur often as well.
Majority of people who get a prosthetic limbs can return to normal functioning within a few months depending on the location of the amputation as well as the psychical ability of the area.
Is it difficult in learning how to use the prosthetic limb?
Having a new prosthetic limb is a very tough process that requires a good amount of strength, patience, and effort in learning and adapting to this new device. The users have to learn how to walk on different types of surface such as stairs and uneven terrain or learning to perform daily activities again.
What kind of shoes can you wear with a prosthetic limb?
All shoes can be worn with the prosthetic limbs?
Will it hurt to walk with my prosthetic limb?
Of course not! The only thing is you need to break in the prosthetic socket.
How will the prosthetic limb stay on?
There are many ways that prosthetic devices stay on including suction, suspension, or straps and extensions.
Can i still enjoy sports with my prosthetic limb?
Yes! most people can continue their active lives! some sports such as swimming or sprinting require special designed limbs but other than that the prosthetic devices can be adapting to getting back in shape.
How long should my prosthetic limb last?
Depending on age, acuity level, and growth, it could last between several months to several years but most commonly lasts about 2 to 4 years
Once my prosthetic limb begins to feel comfortable, what do i do next?
Plan on making follow-up visits often to your prosthetist. Small adjustments will occur often as well.