Prosthesis is a device designed to replace either the function or appearance of a limb or body part. Removal of a part or whole of a limb is called amputation. Amputations are done when all other modalities are explored, evaluated, and rejected, and removal of the limb is considered as the best solution for the patient.

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Prosthetics and Orthosis

  • S. Lakshmana Das,
  • Kshitij Gupta,
  • Sant Prakash Gautam

摘要

Prosthesis is a device designed to replace either the function or appearance of a limb or body part. Removal of a part or whole of a limb is called amputation. Amputations are done when all other modalities are explored, evaluated, and rejected, and removal of the limb is considered as the best solution for the patient.