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| Subject | Date Asked |
| right leg | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: I have a right leg above the knee prosthsis can i re sell it because? A: It technically cannot be resold as a medical device. I am sure amputees in the past have sold such ... | |
| c leg | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a mechanical knee now and i am a hip disartic amp. Will a c leg knee work with my prosthetic. ... A: The only time I have seen a CLEG utilized with a HIP-DISARTIC was when it was in conjunction with ... | |
| Alternate Brand - Silicone inner liner | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: I forgot to add my condition to the question I asked yesterday; I am a below knee amputee, Motor ... A: Couple of questions then I can answer your question better. Is your current liner silicone or other ... | |
| Can one use prosthetic support for leg mechanical support when limbs in place | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: Can one use prosthetic support for mechanical support when limbs in place (leg) I have friend who ... A: I would have to refer you to an Orthostist and Physical Therapist. What you may be looking for is ... | |
| Silcone Liner allergic reaction | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: My mom had her leg cut off just above the knee. We are having problems with her silicone liner and ... A: It is rare when there is an allergic reaction to pure silicone. The easiest and simplest way to ... | |
| below knee prothesis | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a below knew prosthesis, and have had one for almost 20 years. In the past few years, even ... A: You have to figure out a way to suspend the leg with a thinner vaccum sleeve; more pliable sleeve; ... | |
| below knee prothesis | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a below knew prosthesis, and have had one for almost 20 years. In the past few years, even ... A: What type of Prosthesis do you have? Be as detailed as possible. The way the leg is made and ... | |
| paint for my below knee prosthetic | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: I would like to change the shade of my leg, what kind of paint can I use ? A: I would not recommend painting the prosthesis yourself. With that said. There are many varieties ... | |
| I want prosthetic hand | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: Sir, my name is Atul, i am from Aurangabad, maharashtra, india. sir i m doing computer enggineering. ... A: Please refer to the American Board of Certification in Orthotic/Prosthetics/Pedorthics. You can ... | |
| Prosthetic bruising | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: My dad had his leg amputated on December 1st. We purchased a prosthetic leg for him in Early March ... A: Some bruising may be normal; a dark almost deep purplish tone to skin usually indicates more severe ... | |
| legs | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: hi my name is breanna and i have a fiance that is a mechanic and September of 2010 he was working on ... A: I would check with Amputee Coalition of America, Barr Foundation, Limbs for Life, some churches ... | |
| Need Help | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: Acquired new socket for AK performance 6 months ago & am a 5+ yr amputee with this being my 2nd ... A: I would explore other socket design options. Most of the time when an issue of your nature occurs ... | |
| Transtibial amputation - contemplating... | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I have severe nerve damage and basically no functionality of either of my feet. I had a schuanoma ... A: First, elective amputation is a MAJOR decision to make. Be sure that all options have been ... | |
| cosmetic foam leg cover | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: My daughter is an above the knee amputee. She chooses to wear a cosmetic foam leg cover over her ... A: What I have done in the past is to cover the knee unit with leather or like material to buffer the ... | |
| Prosthetic leg | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: I get a rash at end of stump, but remove leg and rash goes away. Can I be allergic to silicone or is ... A: There is a bit more information I will need: 1)If you are using a liner. What brand and style of ... | |
| Knee replace in a BK amputation | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: Had knee replace in the BK about 3 months ago. Had to have a new Prothesis made. Gone through many ... A: When you say fitting; what type of prosthesis have you been fit with? When you speak of knee ... | |
| walking with a cane | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: After Total Hip Revision & Replacement, I must use a cane when I walk, as one of my legs is now ... A: Based on the information you have provided; i can think of two things to address when you go see the ... | |
| walking with a cane | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: After Total Hip Revision & Replacement, I must use a cane when I walk, as one of my legs is now ... A: I would consider utilizing a shoe lift (attached to shoe). The Pros vs. Cons are the following: ... | |
| blisters bka suction type no lock & pin | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: have been back and forth need some answers. horrible blisters on shin bone lots of pressure on bone. ... A: Is it a traditional SUCTION suspension? Is this your first time utilizing a prosthesis? How is ... | |
| AKA ill fitting prosthetic device | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I have lymphedema and have an AKA of the left leg. I have a prosthetic device, with a socket ... A: Yes to all your questions. With technology available today it is unlikely that a prosthesis could ... | |
| a type of boot to wear when not wearing my prosthetic | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: Scott, I am 39 years old and had a lawn mower accident when I was 6 years old. My left foot is a ... A: You should check into a PTB Double Upright AFO (the idea of the brace is to mimic Patellar Tendon ... | |
| bone rubbing on bka | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: I HAD A MOTORCYCLE WRECK IN 2006 THAT I LOST MY LEFT LEG BELOW THE KNEE. WHERE THE BONE WAS CUT OFF ... A: Bone rubbing can usually be attributed to several separate causes or intertwined causes. First ... | |
| prosthetic leg | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: I am a above knee amputee. my stump is only approximately 6 inches. I am 6ft 1ins and weight 90kgs, ... A: Am I reading this correctly. You have not worn you prosthesis for 20+ years; but, you have been ... | |
| High Tech Below Knee Amputee sockets | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I'd like to run more but my traditional molded BK socket is good for walking. But when I want to run ... A: Finding the right fit and function of the components are key. There will need to be a little ... | |
| muscle cramps | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I have had a bka for almost 40 years. 3 weeks ago I started getting severe muscle cramps in my calf ... A: 1) Have you gained or lost any weight recently? Changes like these need to be address in order to ... | |
| leg prosthetic | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: Many thanks Martin A: Which foot does she have. RSLSTEEPER aka Freedom Innovations have a multitude of feet. Here is a ... | |
| above the knee amputee with alot of sweating | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: how do you keep the leg on when you are sweating so much that the liner comes off. I am wearing a ... A: I need to know more detail for better trouble shooting. AK or BK?, suction, vaccum, or pin? ... | |
| ak-bk walking | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: In 1997 I lost my rt lower leg due to PVD and went on with my life. In oct of 2008 I lost my left ... A: If you are physically and mentally able then in my opinion; 3 things 1)File a formal complaint to ... | |
| Info for my son | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: My son was in an accident last October that caused him to have his left leg amputated below the ... A: Its possible that even with a perfect fitting socket, there would be pain and discomfort due the ... | |
| Climbing adaptions | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: i have found few articles researching this area, and aim to develop a terminal device mimicing ... A: Check out this website: http://www.oandp.com/products/trs/ (TRS is a company that specializes in ... | |
| Athletically limited due to Sweat - desperate! | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: My name is Julie and I am a 44 year old left leg b/k amputee. I am desperate and do not know who to ... A: When you say the prosthesis falls off; is it the socket coming off the liner or is it the ... | |
| Alternate Brand - Silicone inner liner | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: I forgot to add my condition to the question I asked yesterday; I am a below knee amputee, Motor ... A: Evolution is actually located here in Orlando Florida. And yes the properties have changed for the ... | |
| fitting a boot over a symes prosthesis | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: My son is 5 years old. He had a Symes amputation when he was 2. The prosthesis he wears is so wide ... A: Have you tried the side or front zipper opening boot (much like the motorcycle boots. I have had ... | |
| Place to get a leg made | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know of any place I can get a leg made. I have tried the local places all of them ... A: Have you tried the ABC website (www.ABCOP.ORG). You can look up credentialed individuals and/or ... | |
| Where to purchace | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: My brother is 26 years old and is trying to buy a prosthetic leg. and we can't find a place to buy ... A: You can do a facility and/or Prosthetist search for your state on ABCOP.ORG (our national ... | |
| aka prosthesis | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: My husband had an above the knee amputation last august and has a prosthetic leg. He is 84 and ... A: Yes, he can get a prosthesis made to serve a specific purpose. The prosthetic design and function ... | |
| one or two p. legs | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: is it easyer to walk,run on two prosthetic legs, versus one? I'm thinking two because of ... A: Current research suggests that overall there is no mechanical advantage to having both legs ... | |
| Left AKA problems | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: My situation is I had an industrial accident 25 years ago that resulted in my left leg being fused ... A: 1)I am now 48 years old, 6'1" 210 lbs, non-smoking, non-drinking, highly motivated former Marine, ... | |
| sweating | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: i have an aka prosthesis and the liner i use to keep it on slips when i sweat anti perspirant does ... A: This surgery can also be done to other parts of the body. However, I would not recommend it for ... | |
| Medicaid/robotic hand | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: Is it possible for Medicaid to pay for a partial robotic hand/fingers? What are the necessary ... A: At this time Medicaid will not cover "robotic"hands/fingers. Medicare will not even cover them. ... | |
| leg amputation and prosthetic | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: Greetings, my Dad has struggled with Chronic Osteomylitis for over 20 years now and is having his ... A: Things to do prior to amputation (about the same regardless of tyoe of amputation): 1. Stay as ... | |
| amputated | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: like my last question i was in a auto accident lost right leg the problem is with my stump the skin ... A: I would take a look at the type of suspension your using (how is the prosthesis attached to the ... | |
| prosthetic body parts | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: sir my question is that recently i met wid an accident n lost my left arm.now m in search for d most ... A: Sorry about the late reply. ... | |
| RE: Lookign for help/poor people | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: my name is Edgar Gutierrez and I'm writing because my friend Camilo Montes needs your help. I want ... A: There are a few companies that provide funding or can put you in touch with help. -The Barr ... | |
| Burning at the end of leg from new lerg | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I was born without a right let below my knee. I always had good luck with prosthetic until 4 years ... A: There are several solutions: 1-Make additional alignment adjustments 2-Use original style liner ... | |
| Burning at the end of leg from new lerg | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I was born without a right let below my knee. I always had good luck with prosthetic until 4 years ... A: The things you need to start to examine is this: 1) has the design of the socket changed? if so ... | |
| abk | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I am scheduled for surgery Nov. 17th for above knee amputation. I am 47, in an auto accident 3 ... A: There are several really good sites and then many more average sites. My advise is to google search ... | |
| New Prosthetic amputation | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: My leg was amputated Febuary of this year . In September of this year I started a part time job . In ... A: Unfortunately, the only way to get the bilsters to heal completely is to remain off of the ... | |
| My Father | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: My father is hard to fit. He is 69 years old and has an above the knee amputation. He was recently ... A: Research the ELEVATED VACCUM SYSTEMS. They are offered by several manufacturers (ottobock, ohio ... | |
| noisy leg | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: My husband is a RBK and has a little more than 2 years with his prosthetic. Our question is that now ... A: It can be one or a combination of several issues. The best advise is to f/up with your Prosthetist ... | |
| Boots that zip up in back for prosthetic leg | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: My son lost half of his left leg due to developing Nucrosis as a result from a motorcycle accident ... A: Your local tack and feed shop should have these style boots. Also, around here we have several ... | |
| shower and swim | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: LOOKING FOR TYPES OF WATERPROOF DEVICES OR COVERINGS TO WEAR FOR SWIMMING AND SHOWERING A: You can google search these keywords: swim + prosthesis + skin. This should get you started in ... | |
| soreness at the incision on stump | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: I am a below knee amputee for 7 yrs. For the first time my stump is sore at the incision. It feels ... A: There could be one or several issues involved. First issue could be that a neuroma (hardening and ... | |
| Severed extensor hallucis longus | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I recently severed my extensor hallucis longus about midway up the proximal phalanx of my left big ... A: I would refer this question to an MD and perhaps a P.T. They would be more qualified to answers ... | |
| ak prosthetic | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: My daughter had an ak amputation in 1992 due to osteosarcoma, wore a prosthesis on and off for 2-3 ... A: Assuming that there are no major physiological issues. It is never too late to begin prosthetic ... | |
| prothesis right leg | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: iam 68 years old man my insurance told me they do not cover my leg is there a place i can get a ... A: Have you contacted your local prosthetist? Have you tried contacting your church or other charity ... | |
| pistoning | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: what is the cause of pistoning in a below the knee prosthesis. Do you know of anything can prevent ... A: Can be attributed to several things. All or just one issue can arise. 1. Socket not fitting ... | |
| What is a reasonable period of time to be able to comfortably wear a stump/socket prosthesis? | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: If a below knee prosthesis is correctly fitted, is it reasonable to expect to comfortably wear and ... A: Is this prosthesis new and how long ago did you receive the prosthesis. I have seen a period of 1 ... | |
| man right leg prothesis below the knee | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: i am looking for some quotes to give my insurance company on a man right leg below the knee ... A: A quote is all subjective. A ball park range is $6000.00 for low activity level prosthesis and up ... | |
| Need help to paying for prosthics. | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: Am an below the knee amputee and I work full time and am rising two children and its getting hard I ... A: Check my previous posts regarding this question. Unfortunately, you are in a situation similar to ... | |
| Prosthetics and Health Industry | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I' doing a paper in my writing class on the challenges Individuals who have lost a limb face. ... A: All your questions are great. However, the answers you seek are not that complicated but too ... | |
| ak c-leg fit | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: Before I got my c-leg, the foot was able to reach the floor. Since receiving the c-leg, the foot ... A: Unfortunately, the C-Leg rquires a specific pylon (metal shin section)to use with the knee as well ... | |
| parts for arm | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: where could i buy parts for a arm to repair A: There are several companies that manufacture the parts to an artificial arm. However, the issue is ... | |
| looking for prosthetic | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: i have had my prosthetic for about eleven years now. for the past two years i have constantly gotten ... A: To answer the main question. I would say that medicaid is accepted by almost all providers. Being ... | |
| The skin covering the prosthesis | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: The special woman in my life is a below the knee amputee and has such a hard time with her ... A: Yes a skin can be made like she wants. The issue is cost. Insurance will not pay for it and most ... | |
| AKA Socket Problems - Lymphedema | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I was interested to your reponse to 2/23/09 about rash w/AKA prosthestic user. My problem is ... A: I do not know any one personnally up there in WA. However, you can search a couple of websites to ... | |
| save the leg or take it | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: i was in a motorcycle accident on July 29th 2008 and almost lost my right leg. i am in nothing but ... A: I am sorry to hear about your accident. Getting back to your question. That is tough to answer and ... | |
| AKA Socket Problems - Lymphedema | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I was interested to your reponse to 2/23/09 about rash w/AKA prosthestic user. My problem is ... A: Yes in fact an ill fitting socket can cause abnormal pressure which would accentuate swelling and ... | |
| Prosthetic Socket Materials | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I am designing a prosthetic leg for my Senior Project. The Prosthetic Leg is for Above the Knee ... A: Assuming you are making an ENDOSKELETAL PROSTHESIS. The structure of the socket can be built with ... | |
| how to donate? | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: I have an old flexfoot prosthesis I would happily donate, but how would the receiver have the socket ... A: There are a variety of organizations that could utilize your time and/or components. The best ... | |
| Prosthesis donation | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm sorry what I thought about somebody named Pam donating her dead brothers prosthesis was recent, ... A: check this link: ... | |
| prosthetic rubbing on diaper | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: The silicone liner rubs on my son's diaper at the very top of his inner thigh. After a typical day ... A: There could be several issues working together to cause this problem The main complication is heat ... | |
| prosthetic leg/silicone liner | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: My Dad has been wearing a leg with a silicone liner since Sept 2008. In february '09 he has started ... A: It is not an allergic reaction. If it were a reaction then the entire covered area would be ... | |
| prosthetic leg | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: My dad has diabetes and he struggled with an ulcer on the bottom of his leg for ten years and he ... A: Yes and No to all of the above questions. 1.Certain locks can strip or cross thread which makes ... | |
| Prosthetic lower leg and foot | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: Will medicaid pay for a lower leg/foot prosthetic for a car accident victim (under their care for a ... A: Yes Medicaid will cover the prosthesis. If the foot was lost due to an auto accident there are a ... | |
| prosthetic lg | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: im a motorcop attached to the california highway patrol(CHP). i was involved in an accident 1 month ... A: When discussing endoskeletal(modular) prosthetics there are a variety of options both good and bad. ... | |
| BK | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: How can I get Some of the auxiliaries mentioned in some of your answered question as regard to B/K, ... A: Could you clarify the "auxiliaries" mentioned at the beginning of you note. Thanks. Yes and No. ... | |
| broken prosthetic leg | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a good friend that has a borken prostihetic leg and she is on medicare they will only pay 80% ... A: The last time I checked and made a Prosthesis for a patient; a replacement prosthesis is covered ... | |
| Rash from prosthetic leg | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: I have an aka prosthetic C-leg. My question is regarding a rash that I continually have on my the ... A: Just to give you a "blanket"answer. A majority of the time the issue with rashes or skin irritation ... | |
| About Prosthetic hand for my Kid | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: My kid is 18 months old, he was born with a one short hand(Right hand upto elbow). I would like to ... A: I will try and answer the questions in the order asked. 1) There is unlimited possibilities with ... | |
| prosthetic body parts | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: Respected Sir I am writing this from India. I have two questions I am going to order an ... A: If I am correct the C30TRIAS is an OTTOBOCK FOOT, not a whole prosthesis. With regard to the ... | |
| prosthesis | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: Did you know were can I get info about the best leg prosthesis. thank you A: You can visit your local Prosthetist (You can look up the credentials of the Facility as well as the ... | |
| Florida | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: My Mom has a heavy , old fashioned prosthesis.She can't use it, it's too heavy. I can't find a c-leg ... A: Your best bet would be to contact OTTOBOCK HEALTHCARE via phone (800)354-5218 or access their ... | |
| Walking with prosthesis | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: Scott, I am 22 yrs old and had an A.K.A 5 months back due to an accident. I got a prosthetic leg 3 ... A: You can attempt to walk around in safe environments (i.e. home, office, therapy room, gym, etc). ... | |
| Walking with prosthesis | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: Scott, I am 22 yrs old and had an A.K.A 5 months back due to an accident. I got a prosthetic leg 3 ... A: Have you attempted other types of training to get the bulk of your excercise accomplished? ... | |
| prosthetic leg | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I am an above the knee amputee and I obtained an artifical leg last year. It has been 20 months ... A: It is not unusual to have pain in the stump. However, depending on what type of pain (i.e. phantom ... | |
| looking for help | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: I lost my right leg in a terrible accident 6 years ago in Mexico, where I come from, I came to the ... A: There are a few options with regard to your current situation. First, the C-Leg can be ... | |
| Prosthesis | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: Reverend Father Joseph Repollo, a catholic priest from the Philippines who's just here for his ... A: There are local prosthetic companies that would be willing to work with you with regard to cost and ... | |
| shower leg | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: my leg man told me the Endo-Lite shower leg is only rated to 175 lbs,I have one and weigh 240 he ... A: Your prosthetist (legman)should be able to make you a pair of shower legs. There are several issues ... | |
| Prosthesis at low temperature | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: I am happy to find this website and the opportunity to ask you my question. I am above knee amputee ... A: My best advise for you is this. If you have an alternative knee (i.e. a mechanical MAUCH or other ... | |
| sweating problem | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a b/k prosthetic on my left leg, I noticed that when I excercise the sleeve that connects me ... A: I will need a little bit more detail in order to give you specific recommendations. However, in ... | |
| Prosthetic Parts | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: We manage a clinic for the poor in Coya Peru (youtube.com, Kausay Wasi Clinic) and are in need of ... A: You could contact various manufacturers such as: OSSUR, OTTOBOCK, OHIO WILLOWWOOD, etc. You can ... | |
| leg prothesis | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: my brother recently received new leg prosthesis ,, what can be done with previous leg can it be sold ... A: I am assuming that the old leg was possibly a computer knee leg (above knee prosthesis). . What ... | |
| Prosthesis Therapy | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: After starting on a prosthetic limb, how long on average could I expect to be walking with aid of a ... A: Assuming the patient is healthy and had no complications prior to or after amputation. Also, it is ... | |
| prosthetic leg | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a friend in his 70s whose right leg is amputated well above the knee, leaving roughly a 12 or ... A: 15 lbs is about the average weight of an above knee prosthesis. Depending on the components used on ... | |
| My father's issue. | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: Scott, my Dad is a WWII amputee, I'll spare you the heroics. He's 82 and has a below the knee ... A: Yes it is possible to customize a prosthesis for your father. The main problem is that most of the ... | |
| Silicone covering workshops | 6/8/2008 |
| Q: Please, I woul like to know if there are any workshops or courss to learn how to mould a prosthetic ... A: There are courses for silicone molding and manufacturing all over the U.S. The problem is that most ... | |
| Yes I Do | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: Does anyone think that amputees should be allowed to play professional sports? A: That is a tricky question. On one hand, an amputee should be allowed to play in professional ... | |
| moveability...response | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: My husband has a below the knee amoutation. We were told that by saving the knee it would be easier ... A: Assuming the knee joint is in good shape. THAT IS ABSOLUTELY TRUE. It is best to have the ... | |
| How to pay for my Leg? | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: My name is Melanie I'm 21 years old. I was born missing my right leg above the knee and seven ... A: Have you applied for medicaid (all U.S. States have it)? I believe that their income restrictions ... | |
| cleaning silicone liner | 2/19/2008 |
| Q: Wow, what a great site, lots of answers to some questions. My husband is a below knee amp. from ... A: There are several ready to purchase products from various manufacturers. Ottobock, ALPS, OSSUR, ... | |
| wood prosthetics | 2/4/2008 |
| Q: where can i buy these old wooden prosthetics...mainly arms and hands? A: There are virtually no active "wooden" legs around any longer. Your best bet is to check with you ... | |
| keeping cleg from getting wet | 1/15/2008 |
| Q: my dad is 87 and got the c leg a few years ago. He did well with it up until a year ago and he ... A: The bottom line is that your father, due his dementia, is starting or has lost the ability to work ... | |
| The time various... | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: My brother in law had his leg amputated 5 weeks ago is it normal to go numb at the end of the stump ... A: The amount of time an amputated leg remains desensitized lasts anywhere from several weeks to ... | |
| Financial help | 12/19/2007 |
| Q: Scott, Thank you for your time. A neighbor of mine lost her leg to diabetes a few months ago. She ... A: That is odd that medicaid will not pay for a leg. Does she make too much money? Has she tried ... | |
| prosthetic leg | 12/6/2007 |
| Q: How long should a prosthetic leg below the knee Last? My stepson is 22 years old and has not grown ... A: The actual prosthesis should last for at least 3-5years. I have a patient with a leg 10 years old ... | |
| prosthetic leg | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: Morning, My brother wanted to donate his prosthetic leg after his death. Do you know of where I ... A: Sorry to hear the news. Yes there are several options. You can donate to the BARR Foundation ... | |
| prosthetic leg | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I used to go dancing alot. But now with my leg we dont go dancing as much. I would ... A: 1. Elation® Flex-Foot® combining heel height adjustablity and energy return. (OSSUR PRODUCT) 2. ... | |
| Controlling sweating due to silicone linear | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: I have had my prosthetic for about month now. My only problem is that due to the silicone linear, ... A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you. Simply, the body over a period of time acclimates itself ... | |
| How to determine on a Prosthetic Leg | 10/11/2007 |
| Q: .my friend got one of his legs amputated due to cancer. The whole right leg was removed from his ... A: How is the patient physically? Young, Healthy, etc? There are several options when designing a ... | |
| physical therapy | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: i am having a pain in my lower back.what should i do? and how could i get rid of this? A: If the back pain is related to your prosthesis, have the alignment and adjustments checked for ... | |
| Website for parts | 8/15/2007 |
| Q: I am an above the knee amputee since I was 4, am now 24. I am wanting to know of a good website to ... A: If you are here in the USA, I do believe that most manufacturers of prosthetic devices require that ... | |
| Bone pain | 7/24/2007 |
| Q: I have a continues pain in all my bones and it is more or concentrated in my right leg, I have seen ... A: I am not an expert in "bones" but your best bet would be to see a Rheumatologist. Orthopaedist ... | |
| above knee amputee | 7/23/2007 |
| Q: B"H Doctors are telling my friend that she must shrink her remaining legs in order to fit into a ... A: Yes, she will have to go through the shrinking process. There is rarely an exception to this part ... | |
| pain post hip replacement.... | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: Ortho experts--who are they? My dad had hip replacement a year ago, felt great, played golf, now ... A: Glad to hear that there is no infection. That would definately be a bad thing. I would say that ... | |
| bk prosthetic pain | 7/7/2007 |
| Q: I have worn a prosthesis for a BK amp since 1980. I had the usual problems but got over that. Now ... A: Specifically, it is hard to tell what could be going on. 1. Did you change the interface (silicone, ... | |
| Prosthetic leg | 7/4/2007 |
| Q: I got into a car accident in October and my right leg got amputated below the knee. This coming Wed ... A: Sorry to hear the news. On the bright side you do have an opportunity to get back to normal ... | |
| Leg required | 6/15/2007 |
| Q: Do you know any links for below knee prosthesis' in Russia. 23 Year Old woman from Uzbeckastan ... A: Sorry brotha, I did not realize I had a question waiting. There are several links to locate ... | |
| bk prosthetic liner care | 6/9/2007 |
| Q: I have just received two new bk locking liners. I was told by my old prosthesis maker that if I soak ... A: How do you determine if the water is scalding? At what temperature did your prosthetist say was ... | |
| below knee prosthesis | 6/3/2007 |
| Q: My mum has had yet another fall because her leg keeps coming off. She has been back and back for ... A: How heavy is the current prosthesis? Is it an exo-skeletal or endo-skeletal? Your average Below ... | |
| Check with you local companies for donation... | 4/18/2007 |
| Q: where can you purchase a prosthetic leg?i need it for a project! A: It is quite expensive to purchase a prosthetic leg just for demonstration. You may be able to get a ... | |
| I need Help | 4/12/2007 |
| Q: Hey, I am reading the book "Wintering Well" and i have to do a reading report on it!! i have to draw ... A: There are several places to find information regarding prosthetics. Your "old school"/"wooden leg" ... | |
| Double amputee | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: Good Day Scott: I am generally looking for advise or referral. My father who is now 76 had his left ... A: Sorry it took me so long to get back to you. First, has the height of the walker been set ... | |
| A better prosthesis | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: I have been an amputee since I was 3 years old I am 19 now so I have had some experience. I wanted ... A: First, what activities are you currently participating in or hope to participate in the future? ... | |
| Shower foot response | 1/11/2007 |
| Q: Is there an "off the shelf" or universal prosthetic shower foot? A: There is an "off the shelf" shower foot. One main manufacturer, Endo-Lite (a prosthetic ... | |
| How long does it take to get to a finish leg? | 11/29/2006 |
| Q: I am a BK left leg crushing injury 10/1/04. 2.25-inches of bone in the back tapping to 4-inches in ... A: Well, without knowing the exact details of your injury I can only speak from my experience. Have ... | |
| BK amputation | 7/23/2006 |
| Q: A BK amputee friend of mine was told, "when I lost my leg I lost 1/3 of my cooling system..." Can ... A: Internal temperature is controlled in humans by a series of feedback loops. a. Sensors : warm and ... | |
Scott Anderson
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
General to detailed questions regarding prosthetics (fit, function, mechanics, pre-op/post-op care). Specifically below knee prosthetics
Experience
ABC Certified Prosthetist 2004
Florida State Licensed Prosthetist
Certificate of Prosthetics Century College 2003
Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician 1997
Clinic Accounts Manager Novacare OandP 1996
Account Rep@HealthSouth Regional Business Office 1995
BSc Health Service Administration 1995
Organizations
TKE
FAOP
ABC
NCOPE
Education/Credentials
Graduate University of Central Florida- BSc
Century College- Certificate Prosthetics
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