In this video, Nate Kapa and Scott Baranek, Certified Prosthetists at Bremer Prosthetics, answer the question: Can you swim while wearing your prosthetic leg?If you know that you want to be in the water this summer, make sure that you tell your prosthetist how important it is to your life.There should be few barriers to getting in the water.If you’ve never swam with your prosthesis before, make sure you take it slowly. Don’t jump into the deep end before you get a feel for the shallows. Double check with your prosthetist to be sure that swimming will be safe for you.Historically, prosthetic legs were made from steel, which can be corroded by water. Thankfully, new advances in technology have made it possible for most prostheses to get wet. Today's prostheses are made from metals that are water-resistant, such as titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum—and if you desire to swim, you can typically have a custom prosthesis built for it!Follow These Three Steps To Have Successful Swimming Experience:1. Ask Your Prosthetist Early About Getting Into The Water2. Go enjoy the water! Go have fun. 3. Remove your liner and your sock so they can air-dry overnight.Have any questions or looking to learn more?! Visit www.BremerProsthetics.com or give our office a call at (855) 977-1300.00:00 Can I Swim With My Prosthesis01:02 Electronic Prosthetic Components01:49 Insurance for Aquatic Limbs02:37 Prosthesis and Water Parks03:24 Water Skiing With a Prosthetic Leg04:22 Triathlons and Lap Swimming06:24 Muscle Atrophy After Limb Loss07:11 Water Therapy for Prosthetic Users08:47 If You're Thinking About Getting Back Into The Water
