Custom-made Prosthetics & Orthotics for Kids

At Ability Prosthetics and Orthotics we make sure that your child will be safe and comfortable with their new prosthesis. Our staff of specially trained professionals is dedicated to helping children feel confident and successful with their prosthetics.

We make sure that your child has the best possible chance for success by taking the time to do extensive research on products, materials, and techniques. Our prosthetics are designed to be comfortable and safe for children, minimising the risk of any side effects or complications.

Our trained staff will work with you from start to finish, making certain that your child is comfortable and safe on their new limb. We work closely with our patients and their families to understand their needs and provide them with a prosthetic solution that is not just functional but also aesthetically pleasing. We want every session to be a positive experience for them!
We offer world-class service at an affordable price point. Unlike many other providers, special rates apply to clients that can’t access funding programs like the NDIS — we want every child to experience the joy of wearing a custom-made prosthetic at an affordable price.

To answer this question, we must first understand the concept of prosthetics. A prosthetic is a device that replaces a missing body part.

Prosthetics can be divided into two categories:

1. Prosthetic limbs (Legs and arms)
2. Other prosthetics (Cosmetic silicone devices like ears, fingers etc.)

The acceptance rate of lower limb prosthetics is very high, and for children to live normal active lives they will need a prosthetic device. Upper extremity prosthetics like arms and hands have a lower acceptance rate and many kids improvise to do day to day tasks with their sound side. Task specific prosthetics to do sport and recreational activities are more common in upper extremity prosthetics.

Aluminum, Titanium, Magnesium, Copper, Steel, and a range of other metals are utilised in producing prosthetic limbs. They are all utilised in different amounts and for different uses, whether they are pure or alloyed. We use industry specific materials and components tested for safety and durability by industry leaders like Otto-Bock, Ossur, and more.

TThe use of artificial limbs in children has become popular to allows them to children to have participate in and around their home, school or community in a way that they may not have before. a normal active life. These prosthetics are designed specifically for children, which means that they are lighter and more durable than adult prosthetics.

However, there is some concern that the use of these prosthetics might cause side effects in the long run. Some of these side effects These may include pain sensitivity, skin changes, and even infections.

Some kids might also feel like they don’t need their new limbs. This can lead to frustration for the child and parents alike when the child is unable to do things that he/she used to be able to do before getting his/her new limb. Children in general learn quickly and adapt to a prosthesis in just a couple of weeks.

Regular adjustments of the prosthetic socket can lessen the negative effects of wearing a prosthesis. Keeping liners clean and dry when in use reduces friction and skin irritation. Weight gain and weight loss are also contributing factors that can affect socket fit and function. Additionally, the arrival on the market of new materials such as silicone gels, co-polymers, and polyurethane helps in creating better stump quality optimised for every day and long use.

Unlike adults, children outgrow prosthetics quickly and require replacing. Prosthetics can cause anywhere from $6,000 to over $50,000 depending on how complex it is. However, even the most expensive prosthetic limbs are built to only withstand around three to five years of wear and tear. Thus, the amount mentioned above is not a one-time cost.

In most cases, prosthetics for children are replaced more frequently than adults. This can be anything from 6 months to a year every two to three years. Socket replacements can be as regular as once a year depending on growth.