Tag Archives: leg prosthesis

May201223

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Leg Prosthesis – Getting A New One

“I have a new leg prosthesis but I keep going back to wearing my old one.” In this new series of blog posts, I’m going to explore this comment which is sadly often heard in the clinic or seen on amputee support websites.  Getting fitted with a new leg prosthesis is a process, not a [...]

May201215

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Leg Amputation and Shoes

As an amputee physiotherapist, I am often asked for advice by recent lower limb amputees on appropriate footwear. One of the most common questions is: What is the best type of shoe to wear on my prosthetic foot? This is a very important question for several reasons. Firstly, the most important issue for an amputee [...]