Life-changing story of an Instalimb Amputee

If you lose a limb, it is the end of the world. right? 

Dinesh Kumar Panchal, an amputee and victim of a car accident at the age of twelve, had no idea what life had in store thereon. As shared by him he was an athletic child, always running around, playing sports which came to a halt all of a sudden. Then began the journey of utter transformation. In his lifetime he has tried using crutches, a wheelchair, and around 5+ artificial legs. The need for artificial legs over the former is an important decision. If you’re struggling through the same as an amputee, please check here. 

For Mr. Dinesh, the choice came easy as it allowed him a sense of normalcy in his surroundings. Yet, over the years he had issues with his limbs. Moreover, one turned out too tight, one was loose, and one even cracked after little usage. In his quest of finding the right limb, he reached Instalimb. And then, it was a smooth ride from online consultation, free test fitting, to final device. You must hear his experience through him - click here!

Additionally, in his words, “Instalimb’s leg is not comparable to any of the legs I have used in the past 27 years. The moment I tested its socket, I knew the difference immediately. I learned what the fit means for the first time and how much my residual stamp is actually capable of controlling the movement of the device. I wish I could have known about Instalimb much before. On top of that, people here are so welcoming and loving, that makes my life as an amputee much easier.”

Most of us go through a lot to find the right device that fits our needs. We strive to build a network which makes it easier for you to decide and get your own artificial leg. Our goal is to utilize the unprecedented 3D-CAD, 3D printing and AI technology to develop the best-fitted socket tailored to your needs. Furthermore, we also prioritize counseling the amputees. Making sure that no concern goes unnoticed and their voices are heard throughout. Also, this approach has enabled us to deliver over 600+ prosthetics in the Philippines in the past couple of years.

If you’re looking for a new device, interested in free test fitting, confused if a new socket will be the right fit, or any other queries accordingly. This is the time to reach out to us and try a test socket free of cost. Step it up with Instalimb – Contact us today!

Why do you need an artificial leg?

Deciding on getting a prosthetic or artificial leg requires a lot of thought and consideration. There are a range of available options for you to choose from: crutches, wheelchair, walkers, and ofcourse, prosthetic legs. 

While getting the former 3 options doesn’t require a lot of hassle, they restrict your movement. Wheelchairs won’t allow you to use your good leg, crutches can in turn cause crutch palsy, and walkers won’t allow freedom of movement. While artificial legs not only provide you with freedom of movement but give you a sense of normalcy. Now you are getting a clearer picture of why you need an artificial leg.

Let us elaborate on the process!

• End goal - If you desire to walk normally, attend school/office, run, jump, hike, etc a prosthesis gives you a range of options that will aid your goal. Most importantly, it will help you attain a high quality of life. 

• Getting ready for prosthesis - This process involves bandaging and exercises, as a new amputee you must have someone to guide you through the process. (If you don’t, we’re here to help you every step of the way - contact us)

• Test fitting - This is one of the most essential steps in getting the artificial leg and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. For choosing the right fit, we all deserve a trial. We at Instalimb, make sure you receive a fair and free of cost test fitting to make an effective choice.

• Making adjustments and final fitting - When you choose to opt for a prosthetic leg, you should get a full scale PO support on multiple adjustments until you are satisfied with your device.

Refer to Artificial leg 101 to get a detailed insight on prosthetic devices and also don’t forget to visit the One Stop Guide for Every Amputee! 
If you’re looking for a new device, interested in free test fitting, confused if a new socket will be the right fit, or any other queries accordingly. This is the time to reach out to us and try a test socket free of cost. Step it up with Instalimb – Contact us today!

Skin care Do’s & Don’ts – Post Amputation

Right after amputation there is a big list of things that one must take care of. We’ve mentioned this before, but limb care and skin care are essential for an amputee’s health and mobility. A new stump post amputation is volatile and it is in our hands to prevent the changes that may occur. In the next 3-6 months there’ll be stump fluctuations, prosthetic testing, learning how to walk, run etc. 

Let’s take a concise look at the Do’s and Don’ts you need to follow : 

DO’s 

• DO change your dressings as informed by your nurse
• DO wash your residual limb daily with skin friendly, unscented soap & lukewarm water, once healed
• DO use a soft towel to pat your stump dry
• DO examine your skin every day under a good light and use a mirror for the back and sides.
• DO bandage your stump regularly to ensure the stability in stump volume post amputation
• DO reach out to your surgeon/physician in case of any discomfort 
• DO start looking for artificial legs that are ideal for you

DON’Ts

• DON’T remove scabs by yourself
• DON’T soak your stump in water for a long period of time
• DON’T use a new lotion/cream on your stump without prior consultation
• DON’T shave your skin else it may cause irritation
• DON’T keep your stump inactive i.e. without exercises throughout the day 
• DON’T try to google solutions if any redness/scabs start aggravating 
• DON’T dangle your stump off the bed or couch for long periods of time

Apart from these, do follow our One Stop Guide for Every Amputee, for a detailed insight! 

If you’re looking for a new device, interested in free test fitting, confused if a new socket will be the right fit, or any other queries accordingly. This is the time to reach out to us and try a test socket free of cost. Step it up with Instalimb – Contact us today!