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RECOVERY AND HEALING

How will I recover physically?

Some people are slow to heal after amputation due to other health
complications, which may delay prosthetic fitting. Be patient and
remember that your goal is long-term success.

After amputation surgery, it is very important to
protect your residual limb and to prevent falls.
Falls can cause your sutures (stitches) to reopen,
which delays the healing process. Removable
®
rigid dressings such as AmpuShield are proven
to protect your limb, speed the healing process
and shorten the time to prosthetic fitting. AmpuShield ®

Another post-operative dressing option is a
shrinker or compression sock. The shrinker
will prepare your limb’s volume and shape for
a future prosthesis. Shrinker

If you see sores or blisters on your limb and/or near your suture
line, you should speak to your doctor. Your doctor or physical
therapist may suggest exercises you can do while healing.

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