Are you ready to use an artificial limb?

As an amputee and a caretaker of one, a lot of time and consideration goes into deciding which artificial limb is the right one for you or your loved ones. Often, we forget to put importance on the fact of readiness for an artificial leg. 

An artificial limb essentially helps you become competent with your daily activities, work, tasks etc. Additionally, it is equally important to know how to be ready to use one efficiently. Let’s discuss some quick pointers below!

1. Physical Therapy or Physiotherapy – Regaining your muscular strength after a surgery is of the prime importance. It will not only promote healing and blood circulation in your stump, but also strengthen your lower limbs (legs) to use an artificial limb effectively. 

2. Test prosthetic or Initial artificial leg – As a new amputee, your stump goes through a magnitude of changes, whether it is changing sizes or you’re just figuring out your right fit. Hence, it is necessary to have a test or initial prosthesis. (With Instalimb’s Care service plan, you can get a temporary artificial limb and avail massive discounts on your new socket, and much more)

3. Finding a compatible PO clinic – Throughout the course of your life, you’ll need the best quality service from your Prosthetists. It is essential that you find a clinic that caters to your every need and doesn’t discard your queries. 

4. Deciding what is the right fit for you – There will be numerous choices of artificial limbs in the market. But, understanding your own compatibility with the device is of utmost importance. This is where a reliable PO comes in. It is necessary to seek guidance from professionals that not just guide you but make you understand your necessities. 

5. Controlling your stump volume – Bangaing is the holy grail to follow, check details here!

Moreover, the advancement of 3D printing technology has the potential to revolutionize the production of prosthetics, making it more feasible and efficient. To avail more information; this is the time to reach out to us and try a test socket free of cost. Step it up with Instalimb – Contact us today