The whole process of fitting the prosthesis? How long does it take to install a prosthesis? How long will I be able to integrate into society?

Today, we will mainly talk about what needs to be done at various time points from preparing for amputation to installing prosthetics in the lower limbs.

1， Before amputation, it is best to have the surgeon communicate with the prosthetic technology to ensure the surgical outcome. Determine the optimal amputation site, which is beneficial for the gait effect when installing prosthetics. PS: The most important principle for amputation of other limbs, except for calf amputation, is to preserve the length of the limb as much as possible through intraoperative judgment. Cylindrical stump.

2， Within 2 weeks after surgery, rehabilitation training before installing prostheses can be done to avoid incorrect placement of residual limb postures, which helps to improve the effectiveness of prosthetic installation.

For example, avoiding the placement of these incorrect postures:

3. Recovery

Basically, the stitches can be removed 3-4 weeks after surgery, and at this time, it is possible to wear compression stockings or elastic bandages to plasticize the residual limb.

4， Rehabilitation: Generally, the wound will heal, reduce swelling, and the blood clip will naturally fall off 4-8 weeks after surgery. Therefore, the conditions for installing prostheses are basically met.

5， Install temporary prostheses 2-4 months after surgery. It should be noted that there is no concept of temporary prostheses in China. The domestic solution is to change a new acceptance cavity when the residual limb shrinks to a certain extent. Install temporary prosthetics and conduct gait training.

6， Residual limb shaping

Generally, after training, the residual limb is basically shaped 4-6 months after installing the prosthetic. At this point, the final receiving chamber can be replaced.

7， Choosing a prosthetic

As mentioned earlier, temporary prostheses can be assembled when starting to install prostheses, and at this time, you can choose a more suitable prosthetic for yourself. The conditions for choosing prosthetics include economic level, weight, age, living environment, reasons for amputation, etc.

8， Entering society

Friendly reminder: If you have good economic conditions, you can consider replacing your prosthetic limbs 3-5 times.