Daily maintenance of lower limb prosthesis receiving cavity

Because of the tightness of the cavity and the normal metabolism of our body, there will be damp, high temperature and dirt attachment in the cavity.Placing in this environment for a long time will have adverse effects on our skin health. In order to ensure the health of the skin, we should develop the good habit of regular examination and cleaning of the receiving cavity.

Direct contact with the skin adsorption cavity needs to be cleaned and disinfected every day, can be wiped with 75% alcohol or soapy water from inside to outside, and natural drying. The receiving cavity with inner bushing or liner should be cleaned and disinfected regularly. The inner bushing or liner can be removed, sprayed with 75% alcohol or cleaned with soapy water, cleaned and dried.

If the cavity is found to be cracked or uneven, contact the professional in time to repair it. If you wear the damaged cavity for a long time, it will cause damage to the skin surface. The damaged part of the receiving cavity will also hide dirt, which will cause skin infection and so on. If circumstances permit, it is best to ask professionals to handle, if necessary, timely replacement of the receiving cavity, to avoid danger during use.

SHIJIAZHUANG  AOSUO O&P