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How does a physical therapist help you use a prosthesis?
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Balance: You will learn to walk and balance with a prosthesis. Since the prosthesis is an extension of the stump it takes getting used to.
Answered 7/4/2012
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Multiple ways: A good PT will help the person by teaching them how to put on the prosthesis appropriately, learning to identify and troubleshoot prosthesis fit problems and help re-learn walking with the device. Their role is crucial in Amputee Rehabilitation.
Answered 7/31/2014
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