The Importance of Prosthetics in the Lives of Amputees
Amputation implies to the loss or removal of a body part such as a finger, toe, hand, foot, arm, or leg. The causes of limb amputation are many, such as: • Cancer • Frostbite • Birth defect • Serious infection that does not get better with antibiotics or other treatment • Blood vessel (vascular) disease, especially diabetes or peripheral arterial disease • Injury (Such as motor vehicle crash, work-related accident, or military combat) Amputation can be a life-changing experience that impacts the ability of a person to move, work, interact with others, as well as maintaining their independence. Emotional trauma, phantom limb phenomena and continuing pain can further. It can take time for amputees to accept their limb loss. Having a positive mindset, along with the right prosthetic devices and proper physical rehabilitation, can significantly improve the quality of life of amputees. The Use of Prosthetics A prosthetic implies an artificial limb that replaces a missing body part. Pro