First StepsTowards YourProsthesis

A guide through production, accessoriesand donning instructions

SAVANNAH VASCULAR AND CARDIAC INSTITUE

3. A CAST IS FORMEDAROUND THE LIMB TO

CREATE A NEGATIVE MOLD

HOW YOUR SOCKET IS MADE

2. PROMINENT BONE ANDMUSCLE LOCATIONS ARE

MARKED

1. THE RESIDUAL LIMB ISWRAPPED

Casting the MoldPlaster is mixed to be poured into the negative mold created earlier. The plaster sitsuntil it is hardened enough to be worked with. Once solid enough, the plaster issculpted down to better accommodate a tight fit for the patient.

THE PROCESS:

PullingthePlasticA sheet of hot plastic isvacuum formed over thesculpted plaster previouslycreated.This is then cut off, sandedand placed onto the patient'sleg. This is a temporarysocket and will be replacedin the coming weeks.

Socket Fitting andComponentryThe socket is fit with the necessary components. The prosthetic leg is then tucked intoyour shoe and ready for use. Adjustments will be made until you are able to walk withcorrect posture and with comfort.

PREPARING THE SOCKET

* IMPROPER USE (OR LACK OF USE) OF ANY ITEM MAY RESULT IN SWELLING OF LIMB OR LEAD TOINFECTION FROM SKIN IRRITATION.

DonningInstructionsEach of these items will assist in your recovery and help makethe wear and use of the prosthesis more comfortable. Knowhow and when to use each of these and your recovery time willgreatly improve.

SOCKS HELP FILL OUT THE EMPTYSPACES IN YOUR SOCKET. THEY

WILL MAKE THE PROSTHESIS MORECOMFORTABLE TO WEAR. IF YOUR

PROSTHESIS FEELS LOOSE, ADDSOCKS TO MAKE THE FIT MORE

SECURE.

THESE ITEMS ARE HERE TO HELP YOU. PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK FORHELP OR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO CORRECTLY USE THEM.

USE THIS TO BETTERASSIST PUTTING ON BOTHSHRINKERS AND SOCKS.

WEAR THIS AT ALL TIMES WHENNOT WEARING THE PROSTHESIS.

YOUR RESIDUAL LIMB WILLENLARGE WITHOUT USE, ANDYOUR SOCKET MAY NOT FIT.

Howto DonSHRINKERS AND SOCKS

Howto DonA LIMBGUARD

1. Starting Position

2. Insert leg

3. Adjust Anterior Shell

4.Center on Lower Leg

5. Fasten Bottom Strap

6. Fasten Top Strap

Howto DonA GEL LINER

1. Starting Position

2. Flip Inside Out

3. Slide Until You Reach

the End

4.Center on Leg

5. Slide Upward Onto

Leg

6. Continue to Slide Onto

Leg