If you have ever wondered how possible it is to acquire all the skills pertaining to Prosthetics and Orthotics, then you are not alone. Here are some tips to help you: Utilize Social Media: The social media is a wonderful platform to help you know lots of things. To acquire skills pertaining to Prosthetics and […]
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If you will need to purchase an off-the-shelf knee brace, it is important to take measurement of your knee to know the brace that is right for you. Here’s some tips to help you: Use the tape rule: When measuring, be sure to use a flexible tape rule to measure the circumference of your leg.
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A knee brace is often recommended for people who have knee injury in order to limit the range of motion and reduce pain. Here are some tips to help you wear it properly. Donning: To don a brace properly, it is advisable to wear a short. If you are putting on trousers, you will have
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During an emergency, you can make a quick sling for your arm in cases such as broken arm, sprains, dislocation etc. Here are some tips to make one: Get a good-size square cloth: The length of the fabric you need will depend on your height and size. Make sure that the fabric is not elastic
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Putting on a brace can get you worried, especially as a female. You might feel shy about your brace being noticeable to others. Here are some tips to help you out: Wear loose or big clothing (Avoid tight clothing): Putting on a tight clothe will make the brace noticeable. It is advisable to wear larger
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Anterior crucial ligament when was singularly repaired needs be supported using a brace to provide stability and keep another ligament from over compensating for your injured ACL. Here are some of ways you can use ACL. Sit properly: The best way to sit when putting on an ACL brace is to sit on the edge
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P&O is an emerging profession and sometimes, there is a need to make people know the importance of Prosthetics & Orthotics. Here are some tips to help you get started: Explain the role & Prosthetists & Orthotists in Rehabilitation: Most members of the rehabilitation team in Nigeria and the general public at large do not
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The P&O profession is an emerging health profession in Nigeria. There is a need to create awareness and let people get to know more about the profession in Nigeria. Here are some tips I have noted to help us create an awareness on Prosthetic and Orthotic Services in Nigeria: Leverage on social media: Use of
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A tennis elbow brace is required to help you support your tendons and get back to your normal activities. It is advisable to meet a Prosthetist/Orthotist to recommend one for you. If you however, decide to buy off-the-shelf tennis elbow brace, here’s what you should do: Get a measurement of the circumference of your forearm:
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A Cervical Collar is often prescribed for people who are recovering from surgery or had an injury such as whiplash. If a cervical collar was prescribed to help limit the movement on your neck, the following tips are recommended for donning and doffing. Doffing a cervical collar: Lie down before doffing – Before you remove
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