Fitzgerald Pelle
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by CourseVector
9M ago
I was diagnosed with Charcot foot in 2019, and prescribed a boot to wear, the boot caused a wound on my left ankle, and the wound had repeated infections and never healed. After numerous stays in the hospital and an external fixator that did not help the Charcot foot, I decided to take the doctor’s advice and have my left leg amputated below the knee. I knew of POSI because Yuke Kee came to visit me while I was in Kessler for rehab, she sat and talked to me, answered all my questions and made me feel comfortable, but there were insurance issues and I could not go to POSI.  I started being ..read more
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Marvin A
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by CourseVector
10M ago
I was going to the University to receive classes in 2012.  A few meters from the entrance, while I was waiting to cross the street, a car passed in front of me and while I looked towards the other side of the road, he shot me at point-blank range. Unfortunately, the health system of my country (Honduras) does not meet the appropriate conditions and after a week my leg did not improve. I had lost 90% of the sensation in my foot and noticed changes in skin color and dead tissue began to appear. They took a sample to do a laboratory test and the result was a Necrotizing Fasciitis, in other w ..read more
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Greg P
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by CourseVector
1y ago
I had an aneurysm behind my knee that caused much damage, after many surgeries my leg could not be saved resulting in amputation above the knee.  My life changed forever, but I had hopes of being able to get back to some of my favorite hobbies like working on engines, music, snorkeling and rocketry. After interviewing prosthetic companies from a list provided to me by Cooper Hospital, I chose POSI as my prosthetic company.  During the interview process, I felt that POSI had my best interest at heart, Yuke Kee shared many resources with me that were beneficial as a new amputate.&nb ..read more
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Do The Research! What to Look For in a Prosthetics Provider
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by CourseVector
1y ago
Anyone who looks for a prosthetics provider in New Jersey does so out of sheer need. But the absolute need for prosthetics in one’s life does not make the task easy. Instead, it can come with various challenges, including emotional ones. When looking for a prosthetics provider, it is only natural to feel anger, irritation, and sadness. For many people, it can also trigger the trauma of losing their body parts. For others, the process can feel more exhausting and emotionally draining than it really is. But this can urge them to settle for the quickest and closest option available, leading to ..read more
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Skin Observation Guidelines for Prosthetic Users
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by CourseVector
2y ago
For individuals with limb loss, maintaining the integrity of your skin is vital to health and wellness. Your new prosthesis is an important new part of your body. To ensure you are wearing it properly and safely, check your skin often. If you have decreased feeling in your limb due to scar tissue, neuropathy, or grafting, checking your skin often will be the key to your prosthetic success. Skin should appear even in color over entire limb. Pinkness on soft areas of limb that fades in less than 30 seconds after removing prosthesis is normal. Redness, abrasions, pain and callouses on skin are si ..read more
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Gary Weiss
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by prostheticsolutions
2y ago
Featured Patient Stories – Gary Weiss Patient Story In 2018 I had an arthroscopic knee surgery and developed a post-op fungal infection. Doctors tried a total knee replacement to remove the infected destroyed bone, it didn’t work, I had increased pain and decreased mobility after the surgery.  I opted for an above knee amputation in February 2019. I struggled for 2 years with a prosthetic company that was not able to get the fit right. I began to question their expertise as I could not get back to doing things I use to do, also I was in a test socket for over 3 months which I have since l ..read more
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Jeff C.
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by CourseVector
2y ago
Featured Patient Stories – Jeff C Patient: Jeff C Patient Fitted With: Below Knee Prosthesis with Pin Locking Ossur Liner Suspension Patient Story: Q: What can you share about your experience of getting fitted with a prosthesis? A: POSI was able to do the right thing the 1st time, the socket POSI made me corrected all the problems I had with the prosthesis from the other company. Q: Have you been fit with a prosthetic before? Was it with POSI? If not, how was the experience different? A: I was fitted with a prosthesis from another company, they tried fitting me with several sockets but they a ..read more
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Wound Care and Infection Prevention in Your Residual Limb
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by CourseVector
2y ago
An infection can be a serious complication that occurs in a large number of prosthetic users. It is reported that approximately 20-41% of prosthesis wearers will develop an infection[1] on their residual limb. Because of this, proper preventative measures are essential in preventing both wounds and infections from occurring in your residual limb. Preventing Injuries on Your Residual Limb After an amputation, a residual limb is especially vulnerable to ulcerations and wounds. The site will remain particularly susceptible to infections as it continues to heal. Not only should you check to ensure ..read more
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Prosthetic Device Proper Fit
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by CourseVector
2y ago
A prosthetic device (sometimes called a prosthesis) can help an individual who has lost a leg, arm, or appendage take part in their every day routine. With the advances in prosthetic technology, a prosthetic leg or a prosthetic arm, can return to work, exercise, and more, just as they did prior to the amputation. Prosthetic Device Fitting To have an effective prosthetic device, the fitting process is pivotal to the success of the patient. Pain, discomfort, and other problems can arise from a poor fitting prosthesis. Continued use of an ill fitting prosthesis can have long term effects if n ..read more
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Cynthia Saunders
Prosthetic Orthotic Solutions International
by CourseVector
2y ago
Featured Patient Stories – Cynthia Saunders Patient: Cynthia Saunders Patient Fitted With: Above Knee Prosthesis Patient Story: It started with a pain in my right leg, medication was prescribed but didn’t help. I was eventually diagnosed with poor blood circulation. A stent was placed which worked for a while but eventually it failed and gangrene set in and the infection started to travel. It was decided I needed an above knee amputation to prevent the infection from traveling further into my system. After my surgery I was anxious to get an above knee prosthesis and begin my rehabilitation ..read more
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