Newsletter by Howard Orthotics & Prosthetics
NEWSLETTER
HOW A PROSTHESIS CAN HELP YOU REGAIN YOUR INDEPENDENCE
Have you experienced a recent amputation due to surgery or a traumatic event? Are you frustrated with the fit of your prosthesis? Our Certified Prosthetist/ Orthotist (CPO) at Howard
for a prosthetic device, we can help. Contact our office today to learn more about how a new prosthesis can help you live a happier and healthier life! How can a prosthetic device benefit me? There are several different ways that a prosthesis can make your life easier. The keys to excellent outcomes are to ensure that the amputee receives appropriate and comprehensive care that addresses their individual goals and expectations. The benefits of a properly fitting prosthesis include: • Decreased physical stress on your body • Improved balance and body symmetry • Increased prosthetic usage • Increased quality of life • Decreased phantom limb pain • Reduction in secondary health issues • Improved overall mobility and functional independence Our custom-fit prosthetic devices can help you reclaim your life. With the help of our CPOs, your prosthesis will help you resume your normal activities once again. (continued inside)
Roger Howard, CPO, Director
Orthotics and Prosthetics can provide you with a custom-fit prosthesis to ensure you get back to doing what you love! Amputation is one of the most challenging obstacles for people to overcome. More than 2 million Americans live with limb loss. The most common causes include diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, and traumatic accidents. Despite how important it is to get a prosthesis, people often find themselves frustrated with improper fit and difficulty doing their normal activities of daily living. This can lead to new aches and pains, and inactivity. The fear of overdoing it leads to not doing anything or doing toomuch before their bodies are ready. At Howard Orthotics and Prosthetics, we know that the journey to find the best prosthesis for your needs can sometimes be a long and confusing one. Fortunately, our CPOs have the expertise to get you moving comfortably again, and we’ll be by your side every step of the way! If you need to be fitted
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fit that is comfortable with a lifelike, cosmetic appearance. Our CPOs are highly trained in fitting and designing the best possible prosthetic device for each patient’s individual needs. We ensure your success by providing proper fit and comprehensive education tailored to your specific needs. It is crucial to take care of even minor problems right away. Waiting may cause the problem to become more challenging to repair or may cause injury like serious skin breakdown. You can also strain muscles and affect the performance of the device. If you have any concerns, we encourage you to get our help. Your prosthesis will help you get back to the things you used to do and prepare you for the activities you want to do now. We will work with you to figure out precisely what kind of device will benefit you themost and fit it precisely to your body so that you can live your life comfortably once again! Call today to schedule an appointment. At Howard Orthotics and Prosthetics, our CPOs are highly trained in fitting and designing the best possible prosthetic device for each patient’s individual needs. We will work with you to figure out exactly what kind of device will help you live an independent and active life once again! If you need a new prosthesis, what are you waiting for? Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our specialists! Sources: https://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/articleethics- rehabilitation-access-prosthetics-and-quality-care-following- amputation/2015-06 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6664837/ https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/09638288.2017.1 312564 https://www.amputee-coalition.org/resources/prosthetic-faqs-for- the-new-amputee/
Not only will a prosthetic device help you resume your normal activities comfortably and confidently, but it can also help you get back into hobbies and sports you love. At first, your body will need to relearn activities, gait, balance, and coordination. Prosthetic devices can help patients with everyday tasks such as standing at a counter, walking from the house to their car, preparingmeals, getting dressed, and more. Some patients enjoy playing sports and participating in physically demanding outdoor activities such as hockey, golf, biking, and boating with their prosthetic device. Gaining more independence is the biggest benefit of having a prosthesis made for you! Prosthetic training is vital for physical, emotional, social, and mental well-being for people living with amputation. You will also need to learn to trust your prosthesis. The proper support can make all the difference in helping you maximize your independence. It should also be noted that prostheses for sports have different requirements than those used in daily life. Often they need more sturdy shock absorption capability and need to be highly dynamic. Our team of CPOs can help determine the requirements you will need from your prosthesis and custom design it for you to enjoy what you love doing! Getting the suitable prosthetic device. Each prosthesis is custom-designed and fabricated in-house with state-of-the-art technology. We use space-agematerials to ensure a functional
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Try this simple exercise to help you feel better... Always consult your physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing. QUAD STRETCH PRONE Lie on stomach. Hold ankle with hand. Gently pull ankle toward the buttock. You should feel a stretch in the front of your thigh. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat on each leg. EXERCISE ESSENTIALS
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New Year, NewDeductible
With a new year comes a fresh start to an all newyou! Starting at the beginning of 2022, your insurance benefits have renewed. This means a whole new year tomake themost of your benefits. The earlier you start your orthotic and prosthetic management and plan to meet your insurance deductible for the year, or end up with unusedmoney in your HSA account, your insurance plan may cover the cost completely.
We are offering a free check-up to any new or returning clients this New Year, don’t hesitate to schedule your appointment now!
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This is one of the nation’s largest winter sports festivals for people with disabilities, with more than 800 registered participants annually. As part of their rehabilitation,
more than 50 wounded US military veterans, service members, family, and military medical staff participated in the event. Scan this QR code to watch a clip of this exciting event!
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