What is prosthesis and orthotics, and what is the purpose?
Online prosthetics and orthotics for providing FREE counseling & guidance online ☎ ️ +91-9818560331 . Talk to mobillitysolution for free. A prosthesis is an artificial replacement for any or all parts of the lower or upper extremities. It is a device that is designed to replace, as much as possible, the function or appearance of a missing limb or body part. Purpose • A prosthesis is used to provide an individual who has an amputated limb with the opportunity to perform functional tasks, particularly ambulation (walking) which may not be possible without the limb. The type of prosthesis is determined by the extent of amputation. Measuring the stump and the healthy opposite limb Fitting silicone liner Making a plaster mold Fashioning the socket Forming the plastic parts and then creating the metal parts of the limb Attaching the shaft Aligning the prosthesis Depending on your comfort and how well your wound is healin...