Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics Hyderabad, Telangana

Forequarter Shoulder Disarticulation Transhumeral (AE) Elbow Disarticulation Transradial (BE) Wrist Disarticulation Partial Hand Fingers

This type of prosthesis can be used for all levels of amputation. It is used primarily to replace the body part that is missing. This promotes a healthy body image, and is also functional. For instance, a passive artificial hand can be used to hold or place objects.

This prosthesis uses body movements to operate the terminal device (artificial hand or hook.) The prosthesis is connected to the body through the use of cables and harness. Using movements of the shoulders and the arms, the person can open and close the terminal device.

The Myoelectric uses signals from muscles of the residual limb to control the opening and closing of the terminal device (hook or hand) or elbow depending on the level of amputation. Electrodes are incorporated into the prosthetic socket and by contracting the muscles of the residual limb, electrical signals are sent to the motors which open and close the terminal device (hook or hand) or lift and lower the forearm at the elbow.

Hands can be either passive (non-functional) or functional. Functional hands can be either body powered or myoelectric.

Prosthetic feet are categorized by levels of activity; this means how well you ambulate (walk). Examples are: if you walk with an assistive device (walker or cane), if you walk in varying speeds, or if you lead an active lifestyle and participate in sports or other recreational activities. The type of foot that is prescribed will vary. Other factors that determine the type of foot that is chosen are your body weight, if you walk on uneven surfaces, the type of job you have and the length of your residual limb.