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Prosthetic Care - Wearing Prosthetics In The Summer

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 Wearing Prosthetics In The Summer  Summer months are getting hotter each year. And if you're thinking of spending a day at the beach or lounging by the swimming pool, you are not exempt from some skin and prosthesis-related problems that are commonly prevalent during the hot and humid season. So, we'd like to help you keep your vacations fun by exercising a bit of caution to prevent discomfort and even jeopardizing your mobility. In this article, we’ll help you prepare to make the most out of the remaining hot season while also staying clear of season-related skin and prosthetic problems.   1. Heat-related illnesses Before we delve deeper into the most common skin and prosthetic problems you may encounter this summer, we feel that we must talk about season-related illness such as heat stroke (a.k.a. sunstroke), heat cramps, and heat exhaustion. Taking care of your body works best when it’s done from the inside out. The body is designed to cool itself down under extre

what are some goals new amputees should set for them selves ?

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 Q : what are some goals new amputees should set for them selves ? Ans : The process of setting goals helps you to choose where you want to go and what you want to do in the future, while taking into account how you are going to get there. This Fact Sheet looks at tips and ideas that might help you to set goals. Who can help you to set goals? In the early stages following an amputation, you may require assistance from your healthcare team to help you to set your goals. Your team can work with you to help you to achieve your goals.   What are the benefits of setting goals? • To help you to define a clear pathway ahead • To be in control of what you are aiming for • To guide your team to give you the help you need • To plan how to achieve certain tasks and work out how long each task may take • To help keep you motivated • You can measure your improvement What are SMART Goals? Setting effective goals can be made easier by following a goal setting system. One type of a goal se