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 The Center for Orthotic & Prosthetic Care offers easy-to-read information to help you and your family understand more about upper and lower extremity amputations and orthotic devices. Information includes what to expect pre- and post-amputation, caring for your residual limb and prosthesis, and managing your lifestyle. The spinal handouts include information about various devices, use and wearing instructions, and how they can help your condition. To request information on the topics below, click on the booklet and enter your mailing address in the body of the e-mail message. Information Booklets for Patients with: Above Knee Amputation Below Knee Amputation Upper Extremity Amputation
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  This booklet provides information and is a good reference for the following: Terminology Managing curbs and stairs with crutches/walker Acute positioning Managing residual limb and phantom pain Ace wrapping Care for the sound limb Caring for the residual limb Prosthetics program Bed mobility Prosthetic design and how the definitive prosthesis is made Transfers How to use your prosthesis Fall prevention Maintaining socket fit Daily living tasks Maintaining proper heel height 
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This booklet provides information and is a good reference for the following: Terminology Managing curbs and stairs with crutches/walker Acute positioning Managing residual limb and phantom pain Ace wrapping Care for the sound limb Caring for the residual limb Prosthetics program Bed mobility Prosthetic design and how the definitive prosthesis is made Transfers How to use your prosthesis Fall prevention Maintaining socket fit Daily living tasks Maintaining proper heel height | |||
This booklet provides information and is a good reference for the following: Terminology Prosthetics program Acute positioning Prosthetic design and how the definitive prosthesis is made Ace wrapping How to use your prosthesis Care for the sound limb Body powered prosthesis Caring for the residual limb Myoelectric prosthesis Self-treatment suggestions Additional prosthetic options Daily living tasks Managing residual limb and phantom pain | |||
This is a one-page handout that explains how to care for your back brace. | |||
This is a booklet that explains the following about the various spinal braces: Indications for use Designs and features Accessories Use and wearing information | |||
This is a one-page handout that explains why a myoelectric prosthesis might be utilized. | |||
This booklet provides the following: Company history Standards of care Company mission Patient care policies and procedures Facility locations Patient complaint and grievance procedures Service capabilities Quality assurance program Credentialing of professional staff Facility accreditation Insurance carriers
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