Prosthetic Division

What to Expect

Whenever possible, we consult with our patients prior to their amputation surgery. During these visits, we answer your questions and begin planning your post-operative treatment. This initial meeting often alleviates some of the anxieties you may have regarding such a major, life changing surgery. Whether we meet before or after your surgery, we will take time to get to know you, so that we can tailor our service to meet your specific needs. It is not just the functional outcome we hope to affect; it is the quality of life for each individual we are privileged to serve.

Our prosthetists will take a careful cast of your limb, and use it to sculpt a completely unique and custom mold in our on-site lab. We will then form a custom socket and assemble an individualized prosthesis using the finest and most well suited materials and components for your particular needs.

When the prosthetic device is ready, we will fit it and conduct a series of tests to determine that its comfort and function meet our standards and your expectations. You will be instructed in the proper methods for donning and doffing your prosthesis, routine maintenance and cleaning, and how to detect problems with your device and your residual limb.

Your final prosthesis will only be delivered when we are all satisfied with its ability to meet your specific needs.