Lower Limb prosthetics | Ottobock Africa

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With my C-Leg I can master my daily life between a job as an interpreter, cultural engagement and house renovation with my boyfriend.

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The prosthesis components

Your prosthesis usually has a modular structure. It consists of a

• prosthetic foot
• adapter and connecting elements
• prosthetic knee joint (for above knee amputations)
• prosthetic socket
• prosthetic liner

The advantage of the Ottobock modular structure is that single components can be adapted to your individual performance and requirements.

Numerous factors play an important role when it comes to selecting the best prosthesis for you:

• Your health and physical fitness
• Your residual limb conditions
• Your personal goals
• Your private and work environment

Liner

The liner is a close-fitting stocking which ensures a reliable connection between the prosthetic socket and the residual limb.

No single liner is appropriate for everyone, because residual limb characteristics differ considerably from one user to the next. That’s why we offer liners made of different materials and with various characteristics for your customised fitting.

Prosthetic socket

The prosthetic socket is the interface between the body and the prosthetic components below it. It is a very sensitive element, since it has a significant influence on wearer comfort with a prosthesis. This is why it is always individually fabricated just for you.

Knee joints

The natural human gait is divided into two phases: the swing phase, when the leg swings forward and the stance phase, when the leg is standing on the ground. Combining these phases and translating them into fluent movements with the help of an artificial joint makes it clear that the requirements for a prosthetic knee joint are highly specialised and extremely complex. Your prosthetist will provide you with detailed information on the possibilities for your fitting.

Foot

The prosthetic foot is the basis of any leg prosthesis. It has a major influence on safe and comfortable standing while its behaviour at heel strike, during rollover and toe-off in turn influence the entire movement pattern while walking. Your prosthetist will advise you to ensure that the prosthetic foot matches the overall prosthesis system and therefore meets your individual needs.

Adapters and connecting elements

Adapters and connecting elements join the various prosthesis components to each other. Various adapters provide even more freedom of movement.

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Knee joints

Feet

Liner

Contact us.
Together we will check which is the right solution for you.
Experience the numerous advantages for yourself.

Information for amputees

What to expect before, during and after amputation

You find yourself in a new situation after an amputation. The most important goal of your entire treatment is to help you attain the most function and mobility possible, so you can lead an active life

Before the amputation

Learn about what happens leading up to a planned amputation and how you can prepare yourself.

After the amputation

Residual limb healing, information about phantom pain, initial exercises after an amputation, choosing the right rehabilitation facility and what the first leg prosthesis looks like: Find out what happens after an amputation in the hospital.

Rehabilitation

Gait training, residual limb care, handling and the fitting with a leg prosthesis: An inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation clinic prepares you for everyday life after the amputation and for handling the prosthesis.

FAQ – frequently asked questions

Losing one or more limbs brings up numerous questions for affected individuals. Here you will find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.

Fitness for Amputees App

Developed by physical and occupational therapists with the goal of helping leg amputees achieve more mobility and to provide professional support in their everyday lives.

Mobility means quality of life

The demands on a prosthesis are as different as our lives are varied. Ottobock provides the solution for the fitting that is perfectly adapted to your requirements.

Products

Knee joints

Feet

Liner

It’s that simple!

Fitness for Amputees App