The time has come and it is FINALLY the 1st day of “summer!” However, if you ask me….I would have told you it was summer the first time it turned 95 degrees out there! (Don’t you just love the Washington, DC heat!) In honor of the 1st day of summer, Director of Prosthetics and Co-owner of Infinite Technologies, Joe Smith has provided us with a little advice to help beat the heat while wearing a prosthesis:
1. A light application of baby powder can help absorb excessive sweating. KEY WORD being light…too much just turns into a big ole’ mess!
2. Rubbing women’s non perfume deodorant on your limb before applying your prosthesis helps reduce sweating…. (sorry men…we won’t tell anyone!)
3. A nylon sheath or a thin prosthetic sock worn under your liner will help circulate air under your prosthesis and can wick away the moisture. But remember, it is important that there are no wrinkles, as wrinkles can cause skin breakdown.
4. If you haven’t already, speak to your prosthetist about switching the type of liner you are wearing. It could be possible that your limb reacts differently, depending on which type of gel your liner is made of. (Urethane, Silicone, Mineral Oil)
5. MOST IMPORTANTLY, have your prosthetist check the fit of your prosthesis and liner! Excessive movement can mean an increase in perspiration!
Please feel free to call Infinite Technologies 1-877-424-7179 to speak with one of our expert prosthetists if you have any questions regarding excessive sweating for you or one of your patients.
Stay cool out there!
Sincerely,
Your Infinite Tech Team