Patients with lower-limb amputations have more choices than ever when it comes to finding the right device for their needs. High-tech prosthetic knees and ankles have been proven to help improve gait and stability, but they aren’t right for everyone. Lifestyle, locale, and a patient’s personal preferences can all play a role in helping determine whether they are good candidates for high-tech prosthetic knees and ankles.
We asked the experts about what factors practitioners should consider—and which they should ignore—when helping patients find the right tech for their lower-limb prosthetic devices.
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