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Common Types of Prosthetic Limbs

26.03.2019
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This guide introduces common categories of leg and arm amputations and prosthetics. Learn about the different types of prostheses, as well as what to expect when being fitted with a new prosthesis.

Prosthesis vs. Prosthetic
Many people wonder how to use the terms “prosthesis” and “prosthetic” properly. A prosthesis is the substitute limb worn by the amputee, and and the plural of prosthesis is prostheses. Prosthetics refers to the field and science of creating prostheses.

Leg Amputation and Prosthetics
Leg amputations are performed either above or below the knee. Modern prostheses are customized to match the wearer’s lifestyle and […]

Post-Amputation Pain and Phantom Limb Pain

7.02.2018
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Adaptive Fitness, Uncategorized

What is Post-Amputation Pain?

Post-amputation pain is a poorly understood, yet common, condition that causes significant
disability and can be difficult to treat. Amputation pain occurs in approximately 60 to 70% of
patients, often arising weeks or months after a limb has been removed due to accident, injury, or
disease. (1-2) Pain following an amputation may develop as either residual limb pain, phantom
limb pain, or phantom limb sensation. (3)

• Residual limb pain – pain or discomfort experienced in or at the stump of the amputated limb
• Phantom limb pain – pain or discomfort felt to be coming from […]

Celebrate the New Year with a Free Prosthetic Tune Up Clinic!

18.12.2017
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NEW OFFICE HOURS

14.03.2014
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Administration, Uncategorized

[NEW OFFICE HOURS]

The RGP Prosthetic Center has posted NEW HOURS of operation. OPEN: Monday – Thursday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
CLOSED: Fridays & weekends

To assure your appointment, please contact to schedule an appointment. Please keep in mind new compliance policies with you insurance group. Consult your customer service if needing a PRIOR AUTHORIZATION and/or DOCUMENTATION OF MEDICAL NECESSITY recommended by a accredited physician.

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Repurposed Artificial Limbs Can Be Reused Overseas, Not US

13.03.2014
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Donated Prosthetic Limbs Get a Second Life
Repurposed Artificial Limbs Can Be Reused Overseas, Not US
By LIZ NEPORENT | March 12, 2014

Peter Rosenberger’s garage was piled high with body parts for six years. Stacks of legs littered the floor, arms were draped across desks and boxes of hands sat on a shelf.

“It was a freak show,” Rosenberger recalled. “A freak show with a purpose.”

Rosenberger, along with his wife, Gracie, has run Standing With Hope since 2002. The nonprofit organization gives prosthetic limbs a second life after a first owner has outgrown them or died.

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