Emergency Kit:
Amputees should keep in mind that things can go wrong, so always be prepared. Keep an amputee emergency kit handy when you are at work, when you travel or are away from home for the day. Things to include:

• Extra one-ply socks
• Lotion
• Spenco for skin irritations
• Allen key to tighten parts of the prosthesis. Remember: Except for an emergency, you should not make any adjustments to your prosthesis.
• Ace wrap
• Upper-extremity myoelectric users should keep a dime to release their arm, an extra battery, and Mo-Jo hand cleaner to clean the prosthetic glove.

Bad Weather:
Ice and snow can be difficult to walk on for anyone. If you must go out in bad weather, be extra careful and use shoes with good treads or take along a cane for extra support.
Maintenance:
Prostheses, like anything else, can wear and break over time. Always check your prosthesis for loose parts, cracks in the socket, etc. Abnormal noises can be an indication that something is not right. Contact your prosthetist or doctor if you think there may be a problem.
Skin:
Skin within the prosthesis needs to be checked daily. Always check your skin after removing the prosthesis, especially if you participate in an activity that is out of the ordinary. Dancing at a wedding, a weekend game of softball, or a long walk on vacation—these all can add unusual amounts or points of pressure inside your prosthesis and can cause skin breakdown.