Sweating is a natural part of life. For prosthesis users, however, it presents a set of unique challenges that go well beyond discomfort. Excessive moisture trapped inside a prosthetic socket can cause skin breakdown, increase infection risk, affect socket fit, and limit daily activity.
a significant policy change went into effect on January 25, 2026. Medicare updated its Local Coverage Determination (LCD) for knee orthoses. This expansion removed major barriers to care, making it easier for individuals with osteoarthritis to access the bracing technology they need.
Knee pain can be a significant hurdle in daily life, transforming simple tasks like walking the dog or climbing stairs into daunting challenges. Whether stemming from a sports injury, osteoarthritis, or general wear and tear, the discomfort can feel limiting.
As parents, we marvel at how flexible our children seem. Whether they’re learning to walk, climbing jungle gyms, or sitting in positions that make our own knees ache just looking at them, kids often appear made of rubber. However, ensuring they maintain healthy mobility as they grow requires more than just natural youthfulness, it requires attention to Range of Motion (ROM).
The sound of sneakers hitting pavement, the splash of water against a swimmer’s body, the satisfying crack of a golf ball meeting the sweet spot—these moments of athletic achievement aren’t limited by limb difference. Athletes with prosthetics are redefining what’s possible in sports, proving that determination combined with innovative technology can overcome any barrier.
The sound of sneakers hitting pavement, the splash of water against a swimmer’s body, the satisfying crack of a golf ball meeting the sweet spot—these moments of athletic achievement aren’t limited by limb difference. Athletes with prosthetics are redefining what’s possible in sports, proving that determination combined with innovative technology can overcome any barrier.
Technological advancement has continued to explode as the decades pass, with something new and exciting growing weekly. The field of prosthetics has not been immune to these improvements, either, seeing significant advancements that improve not only the accessibility of prosthetics but also their capability and safety.
A successful worker with a full-time job and a part-time business of his own, Lerselle Howard’s life was drastically changed in November 1990 by a terrible accident. As a relay driver in waste management, he had just hoisted an 8,000-pound trash compactor upward when a malfunctioning cable dropped it on his right hand.
At Lawall, 3D printing is not replacing traditional methods but augmenting them to provide practitioners with more options when crafting prosthetic devices.
The future is brighter with the right orthotic solution. If you’re ready to explore how these advanced orthotic devices may improve your mobility and quality of life, click here to read more.
