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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These tips will help you know how to clean your prosthesis to avoid infection: Clean the gel liner: It is very important to clean the gel liner because this part is in direct contact with your skin. Clean it every day if possible. Here’s the steps in cleaning it: Remove the liner from the prosthesis
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The following tips can help you maintain your Prosthesis: Call your Prosthetist for repair: The moment you notice that your prosthesis has developed a fault you can’t repair, please reach out to your Prosthetist immediately for repair. Trying to fix it yourself when you don’t have the skills may end up causing more harm than
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The following tips will help you prevent prosthetic limb damage: Visit a P&O center at least once a year: The prosthesis is a device, no matter how cosmetically appealing it looks, it still needs maintenance because it is not a part of your body. The socket especially, needs to be replaced every 2-8years depending on
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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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Getting straight A’s in P & O courses may not really be easy as one think. Based on my personal experiences and research, I’ve been able to come up with 10 ways to help you make straight A’s in P&O courses. I hope you find it helpful. Make a good first impression: If you’re attending
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