Suggestions for becoming and remaining a strong, confident advocate for yourself if you experience upper limb loss.
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Daily to-dos for healthy skin and upper limb prosthetic care.
Answers to some common questions after having an upper limb amputation.
Signs of stress and strategies for emotional recovery after upper limb amputation.
A review of the several ways an upper limb prosthesis can be held to or suspended from the limb.
Educate yourself and your loved ones about upper limb loss and how to provide effective support.
A review of the levels of upper limb loss.
What to do when you experience pain in the upper limb that is no longer there.
Hanger Clinic is here to help you navigate the insurance process with an overview of coverage expectations.
A high-level look at nutrition, movement, and self-care to heal and fuel your body after upper limb loss.
An explanation of a preparatory versus definitive upper limb prosthesis.
How to prepare for your first appointment with your upper limb prosthetist.
Modifications to consider when returning home after upper limb loss.
A list of questions you can expect may be addressed by your upper limb prosthetist.
Useful and practical suggestions for returning to activities after upper limb loss.
An overview of the role of an occupational therapist and how they can help you.
An overview of the role of an upper limb prosthetist and how they can help you.
An overview of the upper limb prosthetic journey.
Hanger Clinic uses data to measure your progress over time to help ensure you meet, or even exceed, your goals.
A review of types of upper limb prostheses including oppositional/passive, body-powered, externally-powered, hybrid, and activity specific.
When you are new to living with upper limb loss, it can help to speak to someone who knows what you are going through.
An overview of the upper limb rehabilitation team and therapy process.
This timeline provides an overview of the post-operative rehabilitation process for upper limb amputees.
This guide will help you learn how to put on your prosthesis, care for your skin, and clean your prosthesis. You will also be provided with guidance on a typical wearing schedule, treatment plan, and follow-up appointment schedule.
What to expect at your first appointment with your upper limb prosthetist.
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