How to clean your socket

August 8, 2022

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Clean your socket every evening once you are done using it for the day. Each morning your socket should be clean and fresh as should your stump sock or bandages.

Step 1

Use warm water and mild soap on a cloth


Step 2

Remove all traces of soapy water with a cloth and warm water


Step 3

Dry the socket with a clean dry cloth.

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