One Story. Two Stars.

The story of a severely injured Winter the dolphin whose rehabilitation involved being fitted for an artificial tail inspired one of 2011’s most heart-warming movies, "Dolphin Tale". It also inspired the creation of WintersGel Liners by Hanger. A skin-friendly product that cushions while creating gentle adhesion, WintersGel Liners makes a prosthesis more comfortable so it can be worn over longer periods of time. Explore the site to learn more about Winter the dolphin, WintersGel liners, and how to receive a free prosthetic evaluation.

Enhancing patient comfort, WintersGel Prosthetic Liners utilize a similar formulation of WintersGel as the liner worn by Winter, the star of "Dolphin Tale". This revolutionary liner creates a soft, smooth cushion between the socket and prosthetic limb, giving people greater comfort and an extended wear factor. The soft, elastic nature and gentle adhesive creates an intimate fit that holds limbs securely under the most difficult conditions, providing an optimal user experience. Watch the video now and learn how WintersGel Prosthetic Liners can make a positive difference in your life.

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Silver Screen Comfort and Flexibility

As described in the movie, Dolphin Tale, “The special silicone gel sleeve developed for Winter is now making prosthetic limbs more comfortable for human – and animal – amputees.” 

Hundreds of people currently enjoy the benefits of WintersGel. View this video and learn how this incredible, protective gel creates a more comfortable fit and promotes longer prosthesis wear time.