Health-protecting and health-promoting information
Informational content on prosthetics and orthotics. The content does not replace diagnosis or treatment; applications are carried out in line with a specialist physician's prescription or medical report.
30 informational articles
Is It Possible to Use Stairs with a Prosthesis? What to Know
General information on the ability of prosthesis users to go up and down stairs, depending on amputation level, prosthesis type and rehabilitation.
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The Prosthetic Process After Amputation: What Lies Ahead?
An informational guide describing the general steps of pre-prosthetic preparation, measurement and fitting, and rehabilitation after amputation.
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Using a Cane and Forearm Crutches
A general guide to holding a cane or forearm crutch correctly, walking and using stairs with it, and choosing the right height for safe everyday use.
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What Is Foot Analysis?
Foot analysis is an examination that assesses the structure of the foot, pressure distribution and gait pattern. Learn how the process works in this article.
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What Is Avascular Necrosis?
Avascular necrosis is a condition that develops when blood flow to the bone decreases. General information on its symptoms, causes, diagnosis and rehabilitation.
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Rehabilitation After Amputation
Information on amputation rehabilitation, a comprehensive process that aims to help regain physical, psychological and social function after an amputation.
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What should I do about swelling (edema) after amputation?
Information on the causes of residual limb edema after amputation and on edema control approaches such as compression, elevation and exercise.
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Phantom Limb Sensation and Phantom Limb Pain After Amputation: Why Does It Occur and How Can It Be Reduced?
Information on the causes of phantom limb sensation and phantom limb pain that may occur after amputation, and approaches that can be used in rehabilitation.
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What Can I Expect Before and After an Amputation?
A general, neutral guide to preparing for an amputation, post-surgical care and the stages of the prosthetic process, from assessment to daily life.
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Preparing for Amputation Surgery and Pre-Op Rehabilitation
An informational guide to pre-op rehabilitation before amputation surgery, covering pain and edema control, muscle preservation and psychological preparation.
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Lower Limb Rehabilitation
General information on gait training, exercise programs and building daily living skills in lower limb prosthetic rehabilitation.
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Static Alignment and Posture Analysis in Prostheses and Orthoses
Information on the role of static alignment measurement in posture and balance in prosthetic and orthotic care, and how ground reaction force analysis is used.
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