Upper limb amputees are the smallest subset of the amputee population---less than 10% worldwide. As a result, most general prosthetic providers have minimal experience treating upper limb patients, which limits their ability to provide a successful first fit. Often, it becomes necessary for the patient to be refit by a second provider---a situation that can greatly increase the overall costs of care.
Consider the significant differences in the primary functions of lower limbs and upper limbs. While legs and feet are associated with gross motor skills like standing, walking and running, arms and hands are involved with a diverse range of key functions:
"Evidence-based outcomes that indicate a provider’s patient satisfaction rates or hours of prosthetic wear per day are part of the reason why I recommend Arm Dynamics."
Susan Gordinier, RN, BSN, CCM
Workers' Comp Nurse Case Manager
"Initially, my patient was very reserved. By the end of his first week at Arm Dynamics, he was talking openly with his therapist and trusting her. Just three months after his on the job injury, he was wearing a prosthesis and able to be functional in his life."
Susan Gordinier, RN, BSN, CCM
Workers' Comp Nurse Case Manager
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