Prosthetics Service 9
Richmond Prosthetist intern Jessica Smith-Armstrong slides the liner onto Veteran John Peck's leg Aug. 19 as part of the fitting process for his new prosthetic leg. Smith-Armstrong is already a certified orthotist. An orthotist specializes in designing and fitting orthopedic braces such as surgical supports and corrective shoes. She is completing her prosthetist internship which enables her to design and create artificial limbs. (VA photo by Steve Goetsch/Released)
Prosthetics Service 9
Richmond Prosthetist intern Jessica Smith-Armstrong slides the liner onto Veteran John Peck's leg Aug. 19 as part of the fitting process for his new prosthetic leg. Smith-Armstrong is already a certified orthotist. An orthotist specializes in designing and fitting orthopedic braces such as surgical supports and corrective shoes. She is completing her prosthetist internship which enables her to design and create artificial limbs. (VA photo by Steve Goetsch/Released)