Below-Knee Prosthesis Wear & Care Guidelines

In this below-knee prosthesis instructional video, you'll learn how to apply, remove, care for, and clean your lower limb below-knee prosthesis.
Topics covered include:
- What to Expect
- Wearing Schedule
- Cleaning Instructions
- Appointment Schedule
- Additional Hanger Clinic Resources
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Your prosthetist will make sure that your prosthesis fits well and that you feel comfortable putting it on and taking it off. Regular follow-up appointments are important to check the fit and function of your prosthesis along with your ongoing rehabilitation goals. Please follow all instructions from your doctor, prosthetist, and therapist as each person’s prosthetic system is unique.
If at any point you have specific questions about your treatment plan or the fit of your prosthesis, please contact your Hanger Clinic prosthetist.
To learn more, please visit:
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00:00 - Intro
00:52 - What to Expect
02:05 - Putting on Your Prosthesis
03:19 - Suspension Sleeve
04:01 - Prosthetic Sock
06:16 - Wearing Schedule
07:31 - Skin Care
08:32 - Cleaning Instructions
08:36 - Cleaning Your Liners
09:27 - Cleaning Socks and Shrinkers
09:49 - Cleaning Your Socket
10:14 - Shoes
10:31 - Appointment Schedule
10:49 - Additional Resources