Restoring function afte r losing a limb can hold many meanings. Whether it’s transferring from a wheelchair, taking your first steps, or returning to your sport of choice, we will be by your side to celebrate your achievements.
Adult Lower Limb Prosthesis
At Hodgson Orthopedic Group, our goal is to empower you with the stability and freedom to live an active, fulfilling life. We design specialized Adult Lower Limb Prostheses to provide maximum energy efficiency, exceptional comfort, and the security you need to navigate any terrain.
Your Path to Personalized Functionality
At Hodgson Orthopedic Group, our Prosthetists work with you to develop a customized treatment plan to regain functionality of a lost or absent limb with your own personalized look.
There is no standard approach; each person is treated in accordance with their needs and what they want to achieve. Using a combination of trusted techniques and new technologies, the prosthetists at Hodgson Orthopedic Group are focused on designing a prosthesis with your best interests in mind.
We recognize that the socket is the critical interface between your body and the prosthesis. We utilize advanced scanning and fabrication techniques to ensure a precise, comfortable, and secure custom socket fit, which is vital for preventing skin breakdown and maximizing control.
Whether you are seeking prosthetic treatment for missing toes, or have had an amputation of part of your entire leg, relying on recent research evidence and taking a client-centred approach allows for a holistic treatment of limb absence where creative solutions are employed to get you back on your feet.
Who is an Ideal Candidate?
Candidates are typically adults who have experienced limb loss (transtibial/below-knee, transfemoral/above-knee, or partial foot) due to vascular disease, trauma, diabetes, or cancer.
You may be an ideal candidate if you are seeking to:
- Restore Functional Ambulation: Achieve a confident, comfortable, and pain-free walking pattern (gait) over varied surfaces.
- Increase Endurance: Utilize prosthetic components, such as microprocessor-controlled (MPK) knees and dynamic response feet, that reduce the energy expenditure required for walking.
- Achieve Specific Activity Goals: Return to work, driving, hobbies, or sports using devices tailored to these demands.
- Secure Long-Term Partnership: Seek a prosthetic provider for ongoing maintenance, adjustments, and access to emerging prosthetic technology.
Let our experience and knowledge help to get you back on your feet as soon as possible.
Taking Control: Your Next Steps
Your journey toward renewed mobility starts with a comprehensive evaluation of your current health, lifestyle, and goals.
Learn about our collaborative, multi-stage approach to prosthetic care, from casting and fitting to training and follow-up: See the Full Prosthetics Process Explained
Contact us to book an appointment with our adult lower limb specialists.
