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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
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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 […]

January 24, 2023
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Melissa Culver

Types of Above Knee Prosthetic Socket Customization

Above-Knee Prosthetic Socket Customization When a patient is in need of an above-knee prosthetic socket, they often don’t have any idea how much customization is possible. Once they figure it out, their decision is typically based on two factors: functionality and personality. Functionality is typically the same between each socket, though there are materials involved […]

December 30, 2022
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Melissa Culver

7 Benefits of Custom Made Orthotics

What are some of the benefits of custom-made orthotics? In the past, orthotics had primarily referred to the use of braces and splints, but we’ve now entered a whole new realm thanks to multiple applications in the world of prosthetics. Older orthotics were rife with numerous design limitations, which would lead to discomfort and pain for […]

December 27, 2022
customization, orthotics, Prosthetics, Services, Technology
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Melissa Culver

Why 3D Printing is Perfect for Prosthetic Prototypes

Why is 3D printing a great method for creating prosthetic prototypes? Since Grace Prosthetics has been in business, we’ve seen a lot of advancements that have greatly benefited patients in need of prosthetics. Even now, much of the technology appears to be in its infancy, with new and exciting technologies poised to usher the industry […]