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Can a person get an artificial leg that he can swim with after a below knee amputation?
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Yes: There are several prostheses specifically made for swimming. Here are a couple of links: www.Rampro.Net/info1.Htm, www.Wired.Com/magazine/2010/11/pl_designlimbs/, .
Answered 10/3/2016
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Probably: Ask your doctor but probably yes.
Answered 10/15/2012
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Yes: Prosthetic legs that can be used for swimming are available. Some may be fabricated solely for swimming with the fin already attached. These are usually not covered by insurance.
Answered 4/15/2013
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