Limb loss comes with changes in body mechanics and strength that, if not addressed, can lead to mobility issues down the road. Whether your limb loss is in the upper or lower body, you can’t forget about the shoulders, upper back, and arms. You’ll need to maintain muscle balance and...
Strength and range of motion (ROM) keep your gait strong and improve your mobility. However, every residual is unique. The location of your limb loss will greatly determine the areas that need focused strength and range of motion work. Lower limb amputations, for example, need to work on gait, glute...
In previous posts, we’ve discussed ways to prevent limb loss due to diabetic complications. Diabetes is responsible for over 60 percent of all non-traumatic lower-limb amputations, according to the Diabetes Council. Twenty-five percent of all diabetics will experience a foot ulcer at some point in their life, and a majority...
For individuals with limb loss, activity maintains mobility and, ultimately, independence. That doesn’t mean you have to run marathons or run at all. Staying active can be as simple as taking a daily walk. But your body needs to move on a regular basis to maintain the fit of your...
For people with amputations, the combination of a prosthesis with heat and perspiration equals chafing. Whether it’s a change in the weather or an increase in daily activity, painful chafing on your residual and around your prosthesis can put a stop to your favorite activities (or at least make them...
