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Speaking to another amputee can make a real difference to your recovery and ease your concerns. We call this type of assistance Peer Support.

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Following surgery, you will need time to recover. It is also a time to set goals about your journey ahead. Here, we help to guide you through the process to navigate your pathways forward.

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Effectively managing your short and long term health will lead to better outcomes and prevent future problems.

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Getting the right kind of prosthesis to suit your lifestyle needs and daily level of activity is important.

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People are often concerned about the costs involved in getting a prosthesis. In Australia, there are a number of different funding schemes and it can be easy to get confused and to know what you are eligible for.

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Lower Limb Feet and Knees

Your options for lower limb prosthetics will in part be determined by your activity level, and general needs. K levels are used worldwide to describe a person’s capacity for activities using a lower limb prosthesis. This guides the type of prosthetic equipment that will best suit their lifestyle and ability. Prosthetic clinicians have a range of tests and measures to determine your K level both before and after receiving a lower limb prosthesis. Some prostheses will cross over K levels. You should discuss your particular needs with your prosthetic provider. Google search any device for full manufacturer information.

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