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Scott Anderson

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General to detailed questions regarding prosthetics (fit, function, mechanics, pre-op/post-op care). Specifically below knee prosthetics

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2009-11-12 RE: Lookign for help/poor people:

There are a few companies that provide funding or can put you in touch with help. -The Barr Foundation located here in Florida. -Amputee Coalition of America may be able to help you. -You can

2009-11-11 Burning at the end of leg from new lerg:

There are several solutions: 1-Make additional alignment adjustments 2-Use original style liner with you new prosthesis 3-If possible change the style lock mechanism and lock pin system 4-Make structural

2009-11-11 Burning at the end of leg from new lerg:

The things you need to start to examine is this: 1) has the design of the socket changed? if so what aspect? 2) has the suspension method changed (cushion liner, pelite liner, locking liner?) 3)

2009-11-09 abk:

There are several really good sites and then many more average sites. My advise is to google search different websites; this will enable you to get a non-biased opinion and facts from various sources

2009-10-08 New Prosthetic amputation:

Unfortunately, the only way to get the bilsters to heal completely is to remain off of the prosthesis. You can continue to apply ointments and other treatments which will help with pain relief but not

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