Prosthetic Solutions has been dedicated to providing state of the art prosthetic limbs since 1989. We do this in a professional and caring manner. Curt Patton, the owner, started his career as a student trainer at the University of Georgia and then practiced as an ATC for several years before moving into the prosthetics field. Since becoming certified by the American Board of Certification in Prosthetics and Orthotics, he has spent most of his career owning and managing Prosthetic Solutions. He is certified to fit the latest Microprocessor technology, including the Linx, C-leg, Plie, and Orion knee systems as well as the Biom and Elan Microprocessor feet. We specialize in Elevated Vacuum Suspension systems and Sub Ischial Transfermoral Sockets. I developed the SoftSocket™ prosthetic system to enhance the health of the residual limb while restoring maximum function.
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Techniques for Walking After the Installation of a Prosthetic Limb
We list out the essentials for those adjusting to a new prosthesis:
1) The patient should stand straight, and their waist and knee should be straight. Patient should not have the feeling of leaning forward or backward.
2) The origin of force on the load-bearing body should be evenly distributed. This means that after putting on the prosthesis, the area of the knee at the mouth of the prosthetic socket, including the lower part of the prosthesis, should have no obvious pain in any area, even if it is rubbed red, Even if there is a small amount of pain, it should be evenly distributed.
3) Testing the side of the ankle: Shake back and forth several times while standing with the prosthesis stable like a pillar. If it has a free range of forward movement, this is essential for going up and down stairs along with going uphill and downhill.
4) Walking depends mainly on the knee. However, if the residual limb is long, it swings along with the prosthesis, This will make one's stride more stable and natural.
5) Pay attention to the level of the heel. When switching shoes, patient should try to maintain the initial height of the prosthetic device. If you have not mastered the techniques of self-adjustment to your artificial limb, do not easily change the level of the heel.
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