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Transtibial Residual Limb Towel Desensitization

Transtibial Residual Limb Towel Desensitization: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Clean towel rubs around healed residual limb without crossing open skin.

Body region
Knee
Position
Seated
Equipment
Towel
Recovery phase
Early recovery
Purpose
Education

Used in home programs for

  • Pelvic Health / Amputee Rehabilitation

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