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Prostheses for winter sports

Winter sports with an arm or leg prosthesis are certainly possible. In this blog, you can read how a well-fitted prosthesis and appropriate guidance contribute to confidence and control when moving on snow and ice, allowing you to enjoy winter sports with greater confidence and enjoyment.
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Tips for preventing skin problems when using prostheses

Skin problems are common when using prostheses, but in many cases they can be easily prevented. In this blog, you can read about where complaints arise and what you can do yourself to keep your skin healthy and comfortable. This will prevent small signs from developing into bigger problems.
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Walking on different surfaces

Walking on different surfaces requires a lot of balance and stability, especially with a prosthetic leg. In this blog, you can read how the right adjustment, training, and guidance can help you to keep moving safely on grass, gravel, or uneven paths. This will increase your confidence in your prosthesis and in your own way of walking.
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Back on the course with a golf prosthesis

At the Amputee Care Centre (ACC) in Belgium, both amateurs and top athletes with a leg or arm prosthesis can have a special prosthesis fitted for golf, specially designed for optimal swing, grip and stability. ACC is a specialised centre that manufactures sports prostheses using advanced materials and innovative techniques that maximise both comfort and performance. Whether you play recreationally or competitively, a customised golf prosthesis from ACC will help you execute every stroke more efficiently and with greater control.
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Cycling with a prosthesis: what is possible?

Cycling gives you a feeling of freedom. It is something that many people want to be able to do again after an amputation. The good news is that in most cases, cycling with an arm or leg prosthesis is possible. With the right adjustments and guidance, you can get back on the road safely and comfortably.
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How do you shower with a prosthesis?

Showering is something we all do, often without thinking about it. But after an amputation, it is no longer a matter of course. How do you stay safe in a slippery bathroom, around the pool or on the beach? Can your leg or arm prosthesis get wet? And what special prostheses are available for showering? Is a water-resistant prosthesis a good thing to have?
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