The holidays are always filled with traveling. Whether you are traveling to and from stores or to and from family members homes, getting around can be tricky with all the added traffic - especially with a disability. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, over 49 million Americans — nearly 20 percent of the population — are living with a disability. And of these 49 million Americans, 1.7 million are amputees. Here are some great tips for traveling over this holiday season.
What to do before your trip:
Check to make sure that your prosthesis is in good working condition, is clean and is working properly. The last thing that you want is for something to go wrong with your prosthesis while traveling. Make sure to clean the socket before heading out and check the liner to assure that there are no rips or tears before traveling.
Remember to pack these items:
- Extra prosthetic socks and socket liners
- A spare suction valve
- Duct and filament tape to repair straps or buckles
- Plastic bags to protect your prosthesis if you wear it around water or sand
- Phone numbers of specialists in the areas you will be traveling
The holidays are a wonderful time of year to be visiting family and you will want to avoid any unexpected hassles. If you have any other questions about traveling over the holidays visit greatstepsop.com.
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