Understanding Prosthetics and Training Strategies for Amputees

What this course covers

An overview of amputation types, prosthetic components, common challenges after limb loss, and effective strategies for improving gait, strength, and cardiovascular training.

What you’ll learn

Learners will be able to:

1. Identify different types of amputation and components of a prosthetic.

2. Recognize common problems that people with limb loss experience such as pain and contractures.

3. Understand and identify the differences in gait in individuals with transfemoral and transtibial amputations.

4. Develop strategies for designing an individualized strength and conditioning program.

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