What Providers and Patients Need to Know about Shrinkers
Soon after an amputation, the medical team may prescribe the patient with limb loss to wear something termed a "shrinker." A shrinker is...
The Five Most Important Degrees of Gait Training
When teaching, learning, or understanding how to ambulate with a prosthesis, one must comprehend the “Rule of 5.” The pelvis moves 5...
Caring for the Skin of the Residual Limb
"Stump, stubbie, shortie, 'lil one, moose, Oscar." Often, a great deal of time has been utilized to name residual limbs, but not enough...
Skin Conditions and How To Prevent Them
The most common questions I get from patients with limb loss are, "what is this rash, and how quickly can I get rid of it!" Below is a...
