In life, we always try as much as we can to lead healthy lives even though there are many obstacles that we face in the process. Even though there are many things that we try to do in life to remain healthy, there are various things that just appear and disrupt that. For instance, it is possible for us to become victims of a particular tragedy. Some are the times when individuals get into an accident that results to loss of their limbs. Luckily, the modern technology has made it possible for the people who have lost their legs and arms during an accident to have physical legs and arms. This document therefore highlights some of the ways through which the people are benefitted through the prosthetics and orthotics.
There are various dangerous diseases that also result to amputation of legs and arms. It has been recorded that the peripheral arterial disease is one of the diseases that cause amputation of arms and legs. Poor circulation of blood within the body is the one that causes this disease. Smoking and drinking also causes this disease, taking that it brings forth narrowing of the arteries.
Normally, even though prosthetics and orthotics are applied on different parts of the body, they tend to serve the same purpose. After losing your arms and legs, it is important that you get prosthetics. Prosthetics have been manufactured ion such a manner that they are capable of meeting the needs of someone who has lost their arms, legs or any other [part of their body. Normally, the needs are quite different depending on whether someone has lost their upper or lower limbs. For instance, lower prosthetics are manufactured in such a way that they are capable of acting as shock absorbers, and also make it easier for someone to stand and sit comfortably.
Running and jumping is easier for someone who uses the lower prosthetics. It is also possible for you to carry out those physical activities that involve the legs. With the upper body prosthetics, it will be easier for you to complete simple tasks such as dressing yourself and writing without necessarily having to ask for help. This is important as it prevents you from stressing out the rest of the people that are around you.
Orthotics are important as they help disabled people complete various tasks. Even though it can also be used on both the upper and lower limbs, it is normally used on the spine and cranium. If you are one of the people suffering from ankle foot orthoses, then orthotics can benefit you greatly. Orthotics is also used for the purpose of strengthening bones in little children.