| Follow up is as important as the fitting. You will need to make several visits for adjustments with the limb maker and training with a therapist. They can help you ease pressure areas, adjust alignment, work out any problems and regain the skills you need to adapt to life after limb loss. Talk to the person who is making your prosthesis. Tell him or her if it is uncomfortable, too loose or too tight. Ask questions about things you need or want to do. Communicate honestly about you needs. The more you communicate with your prosthetist and therapist the better you will be able to succeed with a prosthesis. |
