Lower Extremity
Prosthetic care for hip disarticulation, above knee, knee disarticulation, Van Nes, below the knee, Symes, partial foot level amputations, and bilateral amputations at all levels.
Lower Extremity
Each patient requires a unique prosthetic solution depending on their individual physical abilities as well as lifestyle needs. Our team takes the time to get to know you by listening to you and considering all aspects of your life. To achieve the ideal prosthetic outcome, we use a cooperative process of discussing available socket designs, suspension systems, and component options.
We address any concerns that you may have and answer all your questions. Once we understand your goals and expectations, we design a prosthesis with you, selecting the best system specifically for you, using the most appropriate technology. This enables us to provide you with a prosthesis with the best fit and function for your life.
Below Knee (BK) Prosthetics
A transtibial (across or through the tibia) or BK prosthesis requires:
- Prosthetic Foot — The artificial foot which replaces an anatomical foot and ankle joint
- Shin or Pylon — The tubular piece that connects the prosthetic foot to the socket
- Socket — The part of the prosthesis that the residual limb goes into
- Suspension — The particular method of holding the prosthesis onto your limb
Prosthesis Function
Patients with below the knee limb loss require a functional prosthesis to replace a foot and ankle joint. Along with a properly fitting socket and appropriate suspension, the components must be selected carefully so patients can ambulate safely and with the most natural gait possible. There are many manufacturers of prosthetic feet with numerous features to select from. The prosthetist and you will discuss the most suitable foot based on your functional level and the specific activities that you do throughout your day.
Above Knee (AK) Prosthetics
A transfemoral (across or through the femur) or AK prosthesis requires:
- Prosthetic Foot — The artificial foot which replaces an anatomical foot and ankle joint
- Shin or Pylon — The tubular piece that connects the prosthetic foot to the prosthetic knee
- Prosthetic Knee — The artificial knee which replaces the anatomical knee joint.
- Socket — The part of the prosthesis that the residual limb goes into
- Suspension — The particular method of holding the prosthesis onto your limb
Prosthesis Function
Patients with above the knee limb loss require a prosthesis to replace a knee joint as well as a foot and ankle joint. Along with a properly fitting socket and appropriate suspension, the components must be selected carefully so patients can ambulate safely and with the most natural gait possible. There are many manufacturers of prosthetic feet and prosthetic knees with numerous features to select from. The prosthetist and you will discuss the most suitable knee and foot based on your functional level and the specific activities that you do throughout your day.
Technology
The Limb Center actively stays up-to-date with the latest state-of-the-art technology and techniques from around the globe, ensuring that our patients always have access to the most advanced solutions.
Our L.I.M.B. Care Approach
Each step of your recovery is backed by our distinct L.I.M.B. Care approach.
Lifelong
Your long-term health and well-being is extremely important to us. You deserve a clinician who will listen to you and understand your needs. We want you to know there is a provider available For You. For Life.
Individualized
You are unique, and no two patients are the same. We have built an environment designed to help you thrive and live your best life. Our patients continue to amaze us each, and every day. Join us!
Meaningful
You being able to rely on your prosthesis to walk, and for it to function as it should, is essential to you. We work closely with you to perfect the socket fit based on your limb, your movement abilities, and your personal goals.
Boundless
You should feel confident in your ability to live your day to day life. Whether at a desk, working manual labor, playing sports, or traveling, we are here to ensure that your prosthesis is not limiting you.