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How to Prevent Prosthetic Socket Infections

How your patients can prevent prosthetic socket infections. In the past, we’ve talked a lot about caring for a patient’s prosthetic as it relates to its comfort and appearance. What we haven’t really touched on too much is the fact that neglecting a prosthetic can lead to skin irritation and prosthetic socket infections. The good […]

February 20, 2023
customization, Prosthetics, Services, Technology
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Melissa Culver

Can You Run with a Regular Prosthetic Leg?

Can patients with a prosthetic leg continue to run? Whenever a patient requires a prosthesis, they’re acutely aware that their life is going to completely change. Luckily, there are many resources — not to mention advanced prosthetics — that make this much easier. One question that doctors often get from active patients is, “Can you […]

February 14, 2023
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Melissa Culver

Fabrication of a Below-Knee Prosthesis

How are below knee prosthesis made? The technicians at Grace Prosthetic Fabrication have spent years designing prosthetic sockets and other parts for all types of prosthetics that patients can rely on. Many of these patients require a below-knee prosthesis so that they can perform a variety of personal and professional tasks. Patients are often surprised […]

January 31, 2023
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Melissa Culver

A Few Items We Recommend Patients Use to Maintain Their Prosthetics

What are a few products patients should keep on hand to maintain their prosthetics? Prosthetics have helped millions of people around the world live normal, fulfilling lives. Custom prosthetics are very durable and resilient, but it’s important to remember that they need to be taken care of so that they can last as long as possible. Our […]

January 27, 2023
customization, Prosthetics, Services, Technology
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Melissa Culver

What Patients Should do if Their Prosthetic Leg is Uncomfortable?

What patients should do if their prosthetic is uncomfortable. Technology for prosthetics has come a long way over the past several decades. With each technological advancement in both prosthetic design and application, prosthetics get more and more comfortable for patients all around the world. That being said, it’s possible that a prosthesis may sometimes cause discomfort or […]