Have you ever used a temporary prosthesis? What is the purpose of a temporary prosthesis?

Once the patient has fully recovered, temporary prosthetics can be installed. Temporary prosthetics are manufactured with a simple yet fully functional design. Temporary prosthetics have two main functions. The first step is to have the patient start walking again (practicing walking). The second one is to help control blood sugar (swelling) and start the process of shaping the residual limb. Generally, temporary prosthetic users can only use this type of prosthetic for 3 to 9 months, and they still need to follow the guidance of the prosthetic technician. When it is possible to wear a formal prosthetic, the prosthetic technician will customize the receiving cavity according to the condition of the residual limb, including replacing prosthetic components according to the requirements of the prosthetic wearer. Patients wearing prosthetics should continue to bandage or wear compression stockings when not wearing them. This will prevent swelling and make it easier to wear prosthetics.

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