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I tell every patient the same thing at their fitting. Your prosthesis only works as well as the skin underneath it, and looking after both doesn't take long. A daily wash of your liner and limb, a clean and dry socket, and a quick message to us when something changes. That is really all it takes. When patients leave our rooms with a new prosthesis, most of our conversation is about fit, comfort and walking. But one of the things that makes the biggest difference over time is

Orthotic support can help stroke survivors walk more safely, manage muscle tightness, and regain independence. Common challenges after a stroke include foot drop and spasticity, both of which orthotic care can address. An orthotist assesses each person individually and adjusts their support as recovery progresses. Orthotic care works best alongside physiotherapy and occupational therapy as part of a wider recovery team. In my work as an orthotist, I meet people at some of the

A workplace injury can change your life in an instant. If you have been hurt at work in Cape Town or the surrounding areas, Le Roux and Lemmer help you understand your rights and get the right orthotic or prosthetic device to get back on your feet. This guide answers the questions injured workers ask most. What is an Injury on Duty (IOD)? An Injury on Duty is any injury or illness that arises out of and in the course of your employment. This includes accidents at the workplac