While the process of getting a below the knee prosthesis can be a big change, it doesn’t need to overwhelm you. Our team at Kenney Orthopedics offers support for those seeking prosthetic care, starting with this breakdown of what you need to know about below the knee prosthetics, including care tips and links to patient resources. Parts of a Below the Knee Prosthetic Device As you start to look at the different designs for below the knee prostheses, it can be helpful to understand the terminology for describing basic parts of the device. Starting at the top of a below the knee prosthetic ..read more

The winter season poses a unique set of challenges for prosthetic users—particularly those with lower limb devices: as winter conditions can make walking potentially hazardous. And since winter lasts a quarter of the year, with winter weather often creeping into the fall and spring seasons as well, it’s important to be ready to meet the unique challenges of the season so that you can maintain your lifestyle safely and comfortably all year long. 3 Winter Hazards for Users of Lower Limb Prosthetics 1. Slick Walking Surfaces For wide swaths of the country, including in Kentucky, Indiana, and ..read more

Are you ready to expand your opportunities, increase your potential, and thrive as a physical therapist? Then we invite you to explore the continuing education courses we have to offer medical professionals at Kenney Orthopedics. At Kenney Orthopedics, we prioritize collaboration and understand the importance of continuing education for those in the medical profession. We are proud of the courses we offer to support physical therapists on their career journey. 5 Benefits of Continuing Education for Physical Therapists 1. Expand Your Clinical Understanding Continuing education courses at ..read more

When it comes to prosthetic care, there are many different factors to keep in mind. From device care to skincare and regular check-ins with your medical team, you have a lot to manage with your prosthesis in addition to your other healthcare priorities. That’s why working with an expert medical team like our Certified Prosthetist Orthotists can make all the difference in the quality of your care. We asked our team members at Kenney Orthopedics to put together some tips for wearing and caring for your prosthetic limb. 3 Tips for Caring for a Prosthetic Device A prosthetic limb is a comple ..read more

If you’re new to using a prosthetic device, have just upgraded to a new device, or are looking to achieve new levels of proficiency with your existing device, then we encourage you to attend one of our Amputee Walking Schools. Walking schools offer individuals with limb loss or limb difference an opportunity to improve their mobility and find support by connecting and collaborating with their peers and rehabilitation professionals. Our team of experts at Kenney Orthopedics answers some common questions about our Amputee Walking School below. What is the Amputee Walking School? The Ampute ..read more

Are you in need of orthotics but not sure exactly what that entails? Have you started the process of getting a new custom brace but feel overwhelmed? Or are you simply wondering what orthotics are and if you need an orthotic device? Don’t worry! The team at Kenney Orthopedics is here to help you on every step of the journey, from understanding the basics, to getting custom braces made, to learning how to accomplish your goals with an orthotic device. We provide information and orthotic and prosthetic services all with one goal in mind—helping you live your best life! What is Orthotics? Ort ..read more

What’s your favorite part of summer? Is it the longer days and colorful summer sunsets? Is it a summer vacation to your favorite beach or mountain getaway? For many, favorite summer sports means enjoyment of the season along with unique opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature or spend time with family, friends, and teammates. At Kenney Orthopedics, we help orthotic and prosthetic users gain confidence in working with their new devices. This includes participating in the vast and ever-growing options for adaptive summer sports.  Have you tried these popular adaptive summer sports ..read more

Though everyone’s prosthetic journey is unique, there are several goals that many prosthetic users share. One such goal is improved mobility and flexibility, which is especially true for new prosthetic users as they become more familiar with proper prosthetic care, using the device itself, and how to maneuver with their prosthetic device successfully and safely in their everyday lives. At Kenney Orthopedics, we offer many resources to help new prosthetic device users navigate the many challenges they may face, starting with the three tips listed below. 1: Fit is First and Foremost Good f ..read more

The transition of seasons brings with it many changes that impact prosthetic users: changes in temperature, precipitation patterns, activities we enjoy, how we dress, and how we navigate our surroundings. For prosthetic users, it’s especially important to understand how these changes can adversely affect the use of prosthetic devices and what you can do to stay ahead of adverse events which can occur as a result of seasonal changes. Winter into Spring When winter turns to spring, one of the first signs of the seasons changing is a rise in temperature. This temperature increase can result i ..read more

Becoming a confident prosthetic user is not always a straight-line journey; there are often many ups and downs along the way. And while it is completely normal to have setbacks when learning to use a prosthetic device, it can feel discouraging in the moment. Fortunately, there are many resources available to help you work through your prosthetic challenges and reach your goals. Kenney Orthopedics offers several professional resources and services, including our peer mentor programs , walking schools , community programs and a dedicated team of healthcare professionals ready to assist you ..read more