New Prosthetic Leg User? 5 Facts You Need To Know

 You've read over brochures and taken notes from your physiotherapist on every instruction. Overall, you want to prepare yourself with as much knowledge as you can because you're new to prosthetics. However, there are several smaller specifics that you can simply pick up as you begin to walk through your newest gear. Here are a few little-known details that you'll discover first-hand about wearing prosthetic legs.

You can still wear heels.

 

Many prosthetic legs are fitted with ankle joints that, at the press of a button, can stretch to various heights. All you have to do while wearing heels is to tweak the joint to reach the appropriate level, and voila!

 

It entails full-body adjustment.

 

Mastering to walk or preparing a new commanding hand doesn't just impact that limb in question. Instead of as independents components, your body functions together as a whole, so be prepared to exercise seemingly different muscles to better benefit a targeted region.

 

Prepare to replace

 

Your first prosthetic is seldom going to be your last. Depending on usage, practical intent, and height or weight adjustment, a typical artificial limb may last 3-5 years. Acting with your insurance, when your body adjusts and needs change, you'll be able to upgrade your equipment.

 

Parts stack up

 

Your older prosthetics often gather dust in a storeroom or rest in the corner of your wardrobe when they fall apart, or you bring in new models. They can be donated to organisations that rebuild recycled prosthetics and deliver to the countries where they are not widely available, after proper disinfection.

 

No two liners are used the same.

 

The liner placed between your skin and your prosthetic gear comes in various sizes and materials, based on the type of functionality. For instance, a silicone liner is a durable choice for limited operation, whereas one made of polyurethane is better for delicate or ravaged tissue and elevated levels of activity.