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In a recently-posted article<\/a>, we discussed the various types of workers compensation benefits that may be due to an injured worker when an amputation occurs as a result of an on-the-job injury. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here we discuss the various types of prostheses that may be employed to help amputees return to more functional lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Amputee Coalition<\/a>, there are many different types of prosthetic devices that workers who lose an arm, leg, or other body part should know about. The devices vary depending on which limb is affected. Workers need to understand what to be expect when being fit for a prosthesis.. They also need to understand how often the prosthetic will need to be replaced and what rehabilitation treatment is required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are a variety of workers\u2019 compensation<\/a> issues involved with prosthetic devices. Generally, workers should fight, to hold employers to their requirement to provide quality prosthetic devices. The primary consideration should be how well the prosthesis works \u2013 and not the price of the prosthesis. Injured workers should consult with both their physicians and their North Carolina or Virginia workers\u2019 compensation attorney to choose the right prosthesis for their medical needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prosthesis vs. Prosthetic<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Prosthetics is the science behind creating prosthetic devices. It\u2019s a field of study. The singular device amputees use\/wear as a substitute limb is known as a prosthesis. The plural of prosthesis is prostheses. The aim of the prosthetic is to give the worker who requires the prosthetic as much mobility and function as possible. Prostheses are also designed to help with the wearer\u2019s lifestyle and appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leg Amputation and Prosthetics<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A worker who requires a leg amputation surgery will either have his\/her leg amputated above or below the knee. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below the Knee (Transtibial) Amputation<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This type of amputation is performed between the knee and the ankle. \u201cThe prosthesis is designed with moveable and adjustable joints and pylons. These components replicate a human thigh, ankle, and foot.\u201d It\u2019s generally much for advantageous for the person who needs a prosthesis that the amputation be below the knee. In general, a prosthesis works better if the amputation is below the knee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Above the Knee (Transfemoral) Amputation<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This type of surgery is performed above the knee joint. Like the below the knee prosthesis, this \u201cprosthesis is designed with moveable to joints and pylons to replicate a human knee, thigh, ankle, and foot.\u201d
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Types of Prosthetic Legs<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n