This New Type of Prosthetics Could Make Life More Comfortable for Amputees
Katherine Pendrill — July 31, 2015 — Art & Design
References: opraosseointegration & fastcoexist
The 'Osseoanchored Prostheses for the Rehabilitation of Amputees' (OPRA) is a new type of prosthetics that may make life far more comfortable for amputees. Traditional prosthetics are designed to fit a person's skin. However, the skin is not designed for this type of pressure and the person wearing the device often deals with uncomfortable sweat and swelling.
The OPRA device solves the issue of fit, through a unique design that screws into the bone of the residual limb. The new type of prosthetics are designed to be implanted into the user's thigh bone and left to heal for six months. The user will then undergo a second surgery to add a rod that will be attached to the prosthetic leg.
The unique design not only provides a more snug-fitting prosthetic, but it also makes it easier for the user to remove and reattach their artificial limbs.
The OPRA device solves the issue of fit, through a unique design that screws into the bone of the residual limb. The new type of prosthetics are designed to be implanted into the user's thigh bone and left to heal for six months. The user will then undergo a second surgery to add a rod that will be attached to the prosthetic leg.
The unique design not only provides a more snug-fitting prosthetic, but it also makes it easier for the user to remove and reattach their artificial limbs.
Trend Themes
1. Osseoanchored Prosthetics - The new type of prosthetics that screws into the bone of the residual limb opens up avenues for developing improved methods for limb replacement, based on bone reconstitution.
2. Implantable Prosthetics - With the success of implantable prosthetics, there is an opportunity for industries to venture into the development of prosthetic organs, limbs, and other similar prosthetic devices.
3. Sutable Prosthetics - There is an opportunity to develop suitable prosthetics suitable for both children and adults, as this can help in the assimilation and acceptance of prosthetics for children in society.
Industry Implications
1. Medical Devices - The development of osseoanchored prosthetics is an opportunity for industries involved in medical devices to venture into specialized prosthetics.
2. Orthopedic Surgery - Osseoanchored prosthetics open opportunities for orthopedic surgery to develop sophisticated procedures that prioritize bone reconstitution.
3. Prosthetics Manufacturing - Prosthetics manufacturing industries can venture into the production of implanted prosthetics that can be customized to meet the exact needs and specifications of a patient.
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