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Great Advances in the Prosthetic Field
Although nearly a quarter of amputations are the consequence of traumatic accidents, most amputations are caused by illnesses such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
A great number of advances have been made in the field of prosthetics. Today, prosthetic limbs are customized to suit an individual's personal needs, taking into account their body proportions as well as their age and the demands of their lifestyle.
Comprehensive Prosthetic Process
Prostheses are fabricated in a series of steps or phases, and the final product is the result of many factors including patient participation and satisfaction.
The new amputee gets a temporary or training prosthesis and after stabilizing his / her situation, generally 4-6 months later, that person is fit for a definitive prosthesis, which should last 2-5 years or more.
A period of adjustment to the use of prosthesis can often be accompanied by emotions of resentment or sadness. These feelings should not be discouraging as they are a standard component of the healing process.
Please feel free to discuss any mental or physical problems with us, as our 40+ years of experience may be helpful in assisting you to deal with any problems.
Developments in the field of lower limb prosthetics have produced great advances in the last few decades, and present day prostheses are built with space age materials.
At Hellner & Associates Prosthetics & Orthotics we are trained to provide our clients with the latest in prosthetic technology.
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