Prosthetic feet and legs for more active users.
Do work, family, and friends keep you on the move for most of the day? You might need a versatile prosthesis that helps you keep up with all that activity, even when it takes you unexpected places. Scroll on for a range of options designed for busy lives like yours.
Do work, family, and friends keep you on the move for most of the day? You might need a versatile prosthesis that helps you keep up with all that activity, even when it takes you unexpected places. Scroll on for a range of options designed for busy lives like yours.
Here’s what “more active” looks like day to day.
You live life in full stride, with a daily routine that’s always packed with to-do’s. Whether its commuting to the office, tackling errands, or going out for the evening, you’ve always got lots ahead of you — so you need a prosthesis that can handle all the twists and turns of your dynamic day.
If that sounds like your everyday routine, keep reading for some components that may be a great fit for you.
You’re always busy with family, friends, and work
Whether you’re juggling a busy workday, keeping up with kids, or meeting friends for dinner out — or maybe all the above — you’re looking for a prosthesis that leaves you with energy for everything.
Whether you’re juggling a busy workday, keeping up with kids, or meeting friends for dinner out — or maybe all the above — you’re looking for a prosthesis that leaves you with energy for everything.
You’re in a lot of different environments every day
An office, your home, shops, schools, transit — you might just navigate them all each day. You need a prosthesis you can trust indoors, outdoors, and every different space between.
An office, your home, shops, schools, transit — you might just navigate them all each day. You need a prosthesis you can trust indoors, outdoors, and every different space between.
You walk a lot but sometimes need a break
Even though you’re on the go for much of the day, you still need a few minutes to rest here and there. Taking a quick break helps you get the most from your prosthesis when you get back at it.
Even though you’re on the go for much of the day, you still need a few minutes to rest here and there. Taking a quick break helps you get the most from your prosthesis when you get back at it.
Doesn’t sound like your typical day?
Are you a less active individual who spends most of the day enjoying light activities around the house? Or a highly active person who’s on their feet all day, going nonstop? Explore these other pages for prostheses that support a gentle daily pace, as well as component combinations designed for the most demanding users.
Combinations to consider for above-knee amputees (AKA).
More active users need prosthetic components built for busy days like yours — ones you can rely on for many different activities, in many different situations. There are many excellent options for individuals just like you.
If you have an above-knee amputation, you’ll need all the components of a prosthetic leg: a prosthetic foot and knee, a liner, and a socket designed by an expert prosthetist (or Certified Prosthetist-Orthotist (CPO)). Below are several recommended combinations with different features and advantages — but also different cost levels.
Like most prosthetic devices, these combos fall into three typical price ranges:
Premium: The most advanced components available, these components offer the best possible performance but may have limited insurance coverage.
Standard: These popular components typically offer excellent performance and trusted technology at a cost that’s typically covered by more insurers.
Value: Tried and true, these less technologically advanced components still offer solid, dependable support for a widely covered price.
Evanto foot, C-Leg 4 knee, and SiOCX TF Pro socket
Built for even the most high-intensity activities, the Evanto foot is a great choice to pair with C-Leg 4 — a versatile computerized knee with a range of personalization options. Combining them with a customizable SiOCX TF Pro socket with integrated ClickValve, the prosthesis provides exceptional all-day comfort and control.
Combinations to consider for below-knee amputees (BKA).
Many of the same components are also a great fit for more active individuals who just need a prosthetic foot, liner, and socket. Most of these products still fall into the same premium, standard, and value price ranges when used for a below-knee prosthesis.
Just like with a prosthetic leg, your CPO is always the best possible resource to consult when you’re considering your options. They’re there to help you understand which components are the best possible fit and the most financially feasible for you.
Evanto foot, Uneo custom liner, and Harmony P4 suspension
Evanto has a unique design that comfortably adapts to many different surfaces and lets users glide effortlessly through their everyday activities. It offers an exceptional walking experience when combined with the soft, yielding material of a Uneo Unique custom liner and the security of a lightweight Harmony P4 vacuum suspension system plus ProFlex Plus sealing sleeve.
More ways to enhance and personalize your prosthesis.
Even once you and your CPO have found the right components for your on-the-go lifestyle, you may find there are some extra functions you want to add — like being able to easily swap feet or more naturally rotate your leg. If so, ask your prosthetist about useful adapters like the ones below.
Quickchange adapter
For some users, having multiple feet or foot-knee combinations to choose from is the best way to get the flexibility and customization they want. A Quickchange adapter makes it easy to switch between components for different activities.
For some users, having multiple feet or foot-knee combinations to choose from is the best way to get the flexibility and customization they want. A Quickchange adapter makes it easy to switch between components for different activities.
Rotation adapter
For users with a prosthetic knee joint, one popular addition is a special adapter that lets them turn or rotate their prosthesis more like their natural leg. This addition can make many daily activities even easier, like driving, putting on shoes, or crossing your legs.
For users with a prosthetic knee joint, one popular addition is a special adapter that lets them turn or rotate their prosthesis more like their natural leg. This addition can make many daily activities even easier, like driving, putting on shoes, or crossing your legs.
And your socket? That’s where an expert comes in.
Your socket is the direct physical link between you and your new limb. Because every body is unique, this component rarely comes off the shelf. Instead, your CPO will typically custom-build a socket that perfectly matches your residual limb.
This personalized fit is the secret to a secure, comfortable fit that keeps you safe and stable — so trust your expert prosthetist to ensure the perfect fit.
What to know about insurance and prosthetic devices.
For many people, financial coverage is one of the biggest factors that determines their prosthesis options. We’re here to help you understand why that support can vary for different prosthetic devices and their users, and how your coverage may impact your component choices.
Meet some users thriving with Ottobock prostheses.
They each live their own busy, full, and exciting lives, but they’re all thriving with the help of our prostheses. Here’s a look at just how empowered you can be with the right combination of components, customized just for you.
Daniela is always in demand
A busy mother and full-time dentist, Daniela finds balance in nature and recharges through yoga. Find out how she relies on her Evanto foot to help her keep up with her demanding life.
A busy mother and full-time dentist, Daniela finds balance in nature and recharges through yoga. Find out how she relies on her Evanto foot to help her keep up with her demanding life.
Shima spreads infectious joy
A prosthetist herself, Shima takes pride in helping patients reclaim their mobility. For her own above-knee prosthesis, she chose a C-Leg 4: She loves the support it offers for all her favorite activities.
A prosthetist herself, Shima takes pride in helping patients reclaim their mobility. For her own above-knee prosthesis, she chose a C-Leg 4: She loves the support it offers for all her favorite activities.
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