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How Does a Prosthetic Leg Work

How Does a Prosthetic Leg Work
September 2, 2020Nicole RizzoGeneral News

Millions of Americans face learning to live with a prosthetic limb each year. The transition is tough, but entirely possible, and provides a greater quality of life for amputees. If you’re facing this kind of transition, you might wonder just how does a prosthetic leg work. Here are the basics.

Who answers the question: how does a prosthetic leg work?

If you or a loved one is facing an amputation surgery, part of the process will likely be a referral to a prosthetist—a professional working in the healthcare industry and who specializes in making and fitting artificial limbs for their patients. This medical provider will be able to explain the whole process paying careful attention to any questions that you might have, like: how does a prosthetic leg work. You will visit them soon after your surgery to begin the process of transitioning to using an artificial limb.    

The fitting process

Once your residual limb is healed and all swelling in the area has decreased, you will head into your prosthetist’s office for a consultation. Not all artificial limbs are created equal and the specialist will explain how does a prosthetic leg work for you. There are specific legs made for specific kinds of activities. Measurements will be taken and the work to create your new limb will begin.

Learning how does a prosthetic leg work

One your new limb has been manufactured in the lab, you’ll go in for a fitting. You might need to have multiple fittings before the prosthetic fits just right. There are usually three ways that artificial legs are attached to the residual limb: suction, belts, or cuffs. There is a liner placed between your skin and the medical device to improve the comfort of wearing it.   

Physical therapy

Some people think that once you’re fitted for a prosthetic you’re good to go and off to the races. That’s not really how it works. Many hours of physical therapy will be required that will teach you how to live and maneuver with your new limb attached. Patience is key and a commitment to working hard will make all the difference in the patient’s quality of life down the line.

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