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(also known as Prosthesis)
In medicine, a prosthesis is an artificial extension that replaces a missing body part. It is part of the field of biomechatronics, the science of fusing mechanical devices with human muscle, skeleton, and nervous systems to assist or enchance motor control lost by trauma, disease, or defect. Prostheses are typically u... more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Amputees | 196 |
88% |
| Hand & Foot Abnormalities | 2 |
100% |
Overall, 88% (198
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Prosthetic Device Reviews
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It works pretty good, my swelling keeps going down so it has to be refitted, I get around on it pretty good.
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I have a prosthetic leg and it has allowed me to live a very normal life.
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it was really hard at first but its good now. I can do basically anything. Only bad thing now is when I outgrow my prosthesis...
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My husband got a C-Leg this year! It's had it's ups and downs, but for the most part I think it's the best prosthesis he's ever had. He thinks so too!
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artificial legs are fine as long as your weight / size are consistant
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From leather and wood to fiberglass and trick feet. I tried a heck of alot of them. I use Iceross sup/with a foot that has movement. front back side to side. I like it.
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Prosthesis is very comfortable.
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i wear an an artificial arm and could not do without it.
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It is a big challenge but I'm determined
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I have the pin system and I do fine except for minimal movement in the feet. It makes it hard to walk on uneven surfaces.
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