Putting on your prosthetic liner: Turn the liner INSIDE OUT. Place the cup end of the liner against your residual limb with no air bubbles or space. Roll the liner on while keeping the end of the liner flush against your limb. Roll, roll, roll up until the liner is in...
Prosthetic socks are worn over the residual limb within a prosthesis. Almost all types of below-knee and Syme’s prostheses are designed to be worn with a sock. Prosthetic socks are available in various materials and thicknesses. They add cushioning, reduce friction...
Robert Frady sat down with POI’s Russ Sorrells to talk about his experience with a leg amputation. Robert suffered from gangrene due to complications from diabetes. This is never an easy experience, but Robert encourages a positive attitude, and shares many...
Russ Sorrells of Prosthetic Orthotic Institute has a candid conversation with McClintock, who shares his experiences dealing with two leg amputations due to complications from diabetes. He is a shining example of positivity in the face of...
The most common question for new amputees relates to phantom pains. This is pain experienced for a limb that has been amputated. The mind is not recognizing that the limb no longer exists. The amputee lost their right leg below the knee but their right big toe is...
