Wherein i explain how i don and doff my prosthetic legthanks to steven floyd for holding the camera :)patreon: patreon amputeeot so much soci. Your above knee prosthesis has been custom designed to help you achieve your personal rehabilitation and mobility goals. these instructions will help you learn how to put on your prosthesis, care for your skin, and clean your device. you will also be provided with guidance on a typical wearing schedule, treatment plan, and follow up appointment.
Instructional video on how to put on and take off a prosthetic limb for a variety of different suspension styles; discussion on socket styles, suspension, an. An above knee liner is slanted at the top, with the shorter side on the inside of your thigh and the longer side on the outside of your hip. if your liner has a pin at the bottom, make sure the pin points straight out from the bottom of your residual limb and is not tilted forward or to the side. Prosthesis. the smaller rounded opening goes in the front, under your kneecap, and the larger, more squared off opening goes at the back of your knee. the liner should be worked fully into place before trying to put on the prosthesis. there should be a second nylon sheath on the outside of the liner to help slide it into the prosthesis. this second. • an above knee prosthesis will allow you to get back on your feet, but requires determination and hard work. when you come in for an appointment, always have a pair of sturdy shoes (lace up or velcro closure are best) and shorts that are loose fitting at the legs. • at first, it is difficult to walk with an above knee prosthesis.
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