Health-protecting and health-promoting information
Informational content on prosthetics and orthotics. The content does not replace diagnosis or treatment; applications are carried out in line with a specialist physician's prescription or medical report.
49 informational articles
Sports Prostheses
Information on sports prostheses: their working principle, the materials used, their types and the points to consider when choosing one.
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Types of Prosthetic Sockets
What is a prosthetic socket, what types are there and what is its role in mobility? A general and neutral informational article on socket types.
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Choosing a Prosthesis: Process and Assessment
A general informational article on the medical factors taken into account and the multidisciplinary assessment in the prosthesis selection process.
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Carbon-Fiber Foot Types for Prosthetic Legs
A general informational article on the carbon-fiber foot types used in prosthetic legs, their features and the factors considered when choosing one.
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Exploring the World of Sports with a Prosthetic Leg
General information on how people with a prosthetic leg adapt to sports and physical activity, sports-specific prosthetic options and safe exercise principles.
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Key Considerations When Choosing a Prosthetic Leg
A neutral, informational overview of types of prosthetic legs, the points to consider during the selection process, and maintenance requirements.
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What Is a Bionic Prosthetic Leg?
General information on how a bionic (microprocessor-controlled) prosthetic leg works, its main components and the situations in which it is considered.
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What Is a Bionic Leg Prosthesis? Types and General Information
What is a microprocessor-controlled leg prosthesis, what types are there and how is it fitted? A general informational article on bionic leg prosthesis technology.
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Information on Bionic (Microprocessor) Prosthetic Legs
General information on microprocessor bionic prosthetic leg systems, how they work, differences between below-knee and above-knee use, and assessment.
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General Information About Prosthetic Feet
General information on types of prosthetic feet, carbon-fiber feet and the factors involved in selection. Fittings are made in line with a physician's prescription.
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Lower Limb Prostheses
A neutral information article on the types of lower limb prostheses, their intended uses and the general factors considered when selecting one.
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Active Vacuum Below-Knee Prostheses
An informational article on the working principle of active vacuum below-knee prostheses, the socket connection and points to consider in daily use.
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3D Cosmetic Cover Applications
What is a 3D cosmetic prosthetic cover, for what purposes is it applied and how is it personalized? An informational general guide.
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