Prosthetic Maintenance Guide: Keeping Your Device Performing Its Best
Every prosthetic device is more than a tool. It is an extension of your lifestyle, your movement, and your independence. Whether you are newly fitted or have been using a prosthetic for years, proper maintenance is not optional, it is essential. This prosthetic maintenance guide is designed to help you understand what it takes to […]
Custom Prosthetics Explained: Why Personalization Improves Outcomes
Understanding the Need for Customization The world of prosthetics has advanced far beyond one-size-fits-all solutions. Each individual who experiences limb loss has unique needs, goals, and challenges that demand a personalized approach. Custom prosthetics are not just medical devices. They are extensions of a person’s body, designed to restore mobility, confidence, and independence. At Around […]
Pediatric Prosthetics Explained: How Early Fitting Boosts Childhood Mobility
The Critical Window of Mobility Development When a child experiences limb loss or is born with a limb difference, the path to mobility becomes uniquely complex. In these moments, the timing of care matters as much as the technology behind it. Pediatric prosthetics aren’t just scaled-down versions of adult devices, they’re essential tools that support […]
Adjusting to a New Routine: Physical and Emotional Support for Amputees
Finding Balance After Amputation Support for amputees is crucial in the days, weeks, and months following surgery. Life after amputation brings both physical and emotional challenges. Adjusting to a new routine can feel overwhelming, especially when tasks that were once second nature now require different approaches. But with the right support, both the body and […]
Amputation Recovery: Your First 90 Days After Surgery
The first three months after an amputation are a time of physical healing, emotional adjustment, and important decisions about your care and mobility. While the path forward can feel uncertain, having the right guidance makes a world of difference. At Around and About Inc., we understand that recovery isn’t just about the procedure—it’s about rebuilding […]
Physical Therapy After Amputation: Why It Matters
Losing a limb is a major life event that brings both emotional and physical challenges. While surgery marks an important milestone, it’s not the finish line. For many individuals, the real journey begins after the amputation. And that journey is deeply rooted in one powerful form of care: physical therapy. At Around and About Inc., […]
How do I find the right Prosthetist?
Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing a limb difference, or helping a loved one through this life change—one thing is certain: getting a prosthetic is about more than just finding the right device. It’s about finding the right prosthetist and the right people to walk with you. At Around and About Inc., we’ve met with […]
