Here are the answers to some of your most frequently asked questions. 1. How can I make a appointment for a free consultation? Please call 602.864.5560 to schedule an appointment between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. 2. How soon after my surgery will I receive my prosthesis? As with any surgery, the most important goal after surgery is for the limb to heal. Once the incision is completely healed, then the process of fitting and fabricating a prosthesis can begin. The fitting and fabrication of a prosthesis usually takes 2 1/2 - 4 weeks. 3. How soon can I be walking on my prosthesis? If this is your first prosthesis, you will need physical/occupational therapy to learn how to walk with the prosthesis. You will begin walking in therapy right away, but you will start small and build from there. Because a prosthesis is simply a tool that your body uses, a person's strength, endurance and overall health play an important role in how quickly they learn how to use the prosthesis, and what they are able to do with it. 4. Can I wear my prosthesis in the shower? In general, prostheses are not designed for use in the shower. This is because different parts of the prosthesis are not waterproof. Protective covers are available or specially designed waterproof prosthesis can be made. 5. Can I wear my foot orthotics with different shoes? This depends on the shoes. Shoes which have a removable insole should accommodate your orthotics. Snug fitting shoes that do not have removable insoles will not likely work with your orthotics. 6. What should I do if I need an adjustment to my prosthesis? This is to be expected. You should call your prosthetist at the first sign of the prosthesis becoming uncomfortable or irritating your skin. Sometimes only minor adjustments are necessary to make your prosthesis fit properly again. In other cases, if your body has changed significantly, a proper fit can only be achieved by remaking the socket of the prosthesis. This will require a prescription from your doctor. However, please call your prosthetist first to determine which course of action to take.