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How Long do Custom Orthotics Last?

How long do custom orthotics usually last? The designers at Grace are often asked, “How long do custom orthotics last?” After all, we pride ourselves on making the very best prosthetic and orthotic devices on the market. We also use the highest quality materials with every product we make. Of course, we can’t always rest […]

March 23, 2023
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Melissa Culver

6 Ways to Customize Orthotics and Prosthetics

What are a few unique ways to customize a prosthetic device? Thanks to emerging technologies, custom orthotics and prosthetics have come a long way in the past decade or so. Patients now have the option to have an artificial limb designed in a variety of colors and styles, but that’s just the beginning. These days, our […]

March 14, 2023
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Melissa Culver

Upcoming Advancements for Prosthetic Socket Technology

The prosthetic industry has seen many advancements over the years that have made it easier for amputees to live a fulfilling life. Some of these advancements have also reduced our production time and the quality of artificial limbs, sockets, and prosthetic devices. To quote a very common and overused cliché, “you ain’t seen nothing […]

February 28, 2023
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Melissa Culver

Show Your School Spirit with Your Below Knee Custom Prosthetic Leg!

How can younger patients show their school pride with their prosthetic device? As a leader in the prosthetic industry for many years, Grace has received requests for all types of customizations for prosthetic and orthotic devices. One that often comes up for younger patients is school spirit. They want to know if there’s a way that […]

February 27, 2023
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Melissa Culver

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
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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 […]