Your First Visit to a Prosthetist: What to Expect and How to Prepare
I still remember thinking about my first visit to a prosthetist long before the appointment actually arrived…
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Understanding Your First Prosthesis
Receiving your first prosthesis can feel like one of the biggest milestones after limb loss…
How to Choose the Right Prosthetist
Choosing a prosthetist is one of the most important decisions you may make after limb loss…
Types of Prosthetic Feet Explained
Choosing a prosthetic foot can be confusing, particularly when you are receiving your first prosthesis…
Upper Limb Prosthetic Options
Upper-limb prosthetics can look very different from one person to another. Some devices are designed primarily to restore appearance or provide a stable surface for everyday tasks…
Body-Powered vs. Myoelectric Arms
For someone exploring an upper-limb prosthesis, one of the biggest decisions may be whether to use a body-powered system, a myoelectric system, or a combination of technologies…
Socket Fit: Why It Changes Throughout the Day
One of the most frustrating things about wearing a prosthesis is that a socket can feel excellent in the morning and completely different a few hours later…
Managing Residual Limb Volume
Residual limb volume is not fixed. It can change during the months after amputation, from one day to another, and even over the course of a single day…
How Often Should a Prosthesis Be Replaced?
A prosthesis is not a one-time purchase that should be expected to last forever. Your body changes, prosthetic components wear, technology evolves, and your mobility needs can change over time…
Socket Fit: Why It Changes Throughout the Day
One of the most frustrating things about wearing a prosthesis is that a socket can feel excellent in the morning and completely different a few hours later…