Archive for the ‘General Tips’ Category

4 Things to Consider When You’re a Pregnant Amputee

Posted on: July 23rd, 2017 by FloydBrace Blogger

Having a baby is an exciting time in any woman’s life, but if you’re an amputee, you could face some additional challenges. Luckily, with proper planning, you can continue to live a healthy, active life throughout your pregnancy. Floyd Brace Orthotics and Prosthetics offers these 4 things to consider when you’re a pregnant amputee: Prosthesis […]

5 Reasons Why Your Residual Limb Hurts

Posted on: July 17th, 2017 by FloydBrace Blogger

It’s expected that anyone who undergoes an amputation will experience pain after the procedure. However, some people experience pain in their residual limb even after they have healed. Here are five reasons why this may be happening to you: Pre-existing condition Health conditions such as diabetes or poor circulation that led to your amputation can […]

3 Beginner Exercises for Lower Extremity Amputees

Posted on: February 23rd, 2016 by FloydBrace Blogger

Going through an amputation is a traumatic experience.  It is painful, physically and emotionally.  Every amputee will tell you that you’ll have good days and bad days, but they’ll also tell you that no matter what, you need to keep moving forward.  At Floyd Brace, we want to help you move forward starting today with […]

Know the Difference Between Custom Shoe Inserts and Over-the-Counter Shoe Inserts

Posted on: January 27th, 2016 by FloydBrace Blogger

Discreet and removable, a shoe insert is slipped into a shoe to offer added support to the heel, arch, and musculature of the foot, helping alieve pain from the ground up. Some options can be purchased from drug stores without a physician’s assistance, while others require much more than a trip to the corner store […]

Get Sleep Better NOW As an Amputee

Posted on: January 27th, 2016 by FloydBrace Blogger

In addition to warding off dark circles and a drained complexion, a full night of uninterrupted sleep can prevent diabetes, sharpen memory, boost mood, and reduce chronic pain. If you’re dreaming of a solid, deep, wonderful sleep but prosthetic-related pain is blocking you, Floyd Brace Company can help make those dreams a reality with these […]

Americans with Disabilities Act: Know Your Rights

Posted on: January 4th, 2016 by FloydBrace Blogger

In 1990, President George H.W. Bush broke new ground when he signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The legislation prohibits discrimination and ensures that mainstream opportunities aren’t withheld from citizens with mental or physical disabilities. As you charge into a new year loaded with new possibilities, make sure you know your rights […]

Using S.M.A.R.T. Techniques to Stick to New Year’s Resolutions in 2016

Posted on: November 30th, 2015 by FloydBrace Blogger

Try saying this with a straight face: “I’m going to keep every one of my New Year’s Resolutions.” Your giggles are warranted. When 1 in 3 resolution makers ditch their promise by the end of January, the idea of sticking to all your goals from start to finish seems a little laughable. When the going […]