Navigating Emotional Well-Being After Limb Loss
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1M ago
Losing a limb is a life-altering event that can have a profound impact on an individual's emotional well-being. Whether the loss is due to trauma, illness, or congenital conditions, the emotional journey following limb loss can be challenging. From coping with grief and anger to adjusting to a new way of life. Navigating emotional well-being after ..read more
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Team Member Spotlight - Geena Frew
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2M ago
What is your position at Winpo? What was your journey to get there?   Prosthetic Resident. I completed a masters degree in Rehabilitation sciences from McMaster University. In the same year I also applied to the O&P George Brown College program and was accepted. I completed one year of the technical program, then got accepted into the clinic ..read more
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The Evolution of Prosthetics
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6M ago
Over the years, prosthetic technology has undergone a remarkable evolution, transforming the lives of millions of people worldwide. This blog post explores the journey of prosthetics and how it has impacted the millions of individuals who live with limb loss.The Dawn of Prosthetics The history of prosthetics can be traced back to ancient civiliza ..read more
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Quality Sleep as a Person with an Amputation
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9M ago
Sleep is an essential part of our lives. It is crucial for our physical and mental well-being, and it helps us to maintain a healthy lifestyle. However, for people with limb loss, getting a good night's sleep can be a challenge. In this blog post, we will explore some tips and strategies that can help individuals with limb loss to sleep better.Inve ..read more
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Patient and Employee Spotlight - Nick Leclerc
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11M ago
Nick Leclerc recently joined the WinPO team under somewhat unique circumstances, having the perspective of a person with an amputation while working in the industry. We wanted to take this opportunity to spotlight Nick and his experience.   1. How did you become a person with an amputation? I was born with Spina-Bifida and had a club foot for n ..read more
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Diabetes and Lower Limb Amputation
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1y ago
Individuals with diabetes have an increased risk of amputation, most often that being a lower limb amputation. You might be asking yourself, ‘what is diabetes?’ There are two types of diabetes, a smaller percentage of people are diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, typically when they are a child, teen or young adult. It comes quickly when the body ..read more
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Tips to Stay Positive During Your Amputation Transition
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1y ago
It’s no secret that any type of amputation will change your life. Just like anything in your life, it is up to you on how you handle it and what type of attitude you will have around the situation. We understand that is easier said than done so we wanted to provide you with some ideas that might help. These ones might not work for you, the import ..read more
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Starting a Career in Prosthetics and Orthotics
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1y ago
A career in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics is a well-respected profession within the medical field. It can be a little overwhelming to understand what path to take to best reach your goal of becoming a Certified Prosthetist or Orthotist. If you are interested in exploring this further, we are here to help answer some of your questions and give you th ..read more
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COAPT Technology with a Myoelectric Prosthesis
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1y ago
When a person with an upper limb amputation uses a prosthesis; there are typically three styles of prostheses to choose from: passive, body-powered, or myoelectric. The goals and abilities of a person with an upper limb amputation will help to determine the style of prosthesis that they receive.    A passive prosthesis has a lower level of func ..read more
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Suspension Systems for Prosthetics
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1y ago
There are many different types of suspension systems that are used to suspend a prosthesis.  The suspension system of a prosthesis is a crucial factor in the design of a prosthesis. The suspension is how the socket is held to the residual limb. Good suspension will improve control of the prosthesis, limit movement within the prosthesis and decreas ..read more
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