Selection guidelines
What products are right for me? | |
Financial constraints are often an additional factor for healthcare providers. Some are able to incorporate private reimbursement. Unique solutions for unique people In our product pages you'll discover a wide range of high quality prosthetic components, from feet to knees, liners and locks. All have been meticulously developed to meet specific needs and some will be more appropriate for you than others. The figures below represent a range of activity or "impact" levels. To find out what products may potentially be of benefit to you, think about what impact level you identify most closely with at present. Then click on Product Suggestions. Your prosthetist, however, is the person to discuss these with. He / she understands your individual needs and can advise you best on the most appropriate prosthetic components. | |
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| 1. Low Impact level: | |
| Daily activities involving gentle, steady walking with the use of a walking aid. Example: Moving around at home, modest walking in the community. | |
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2. Moderate Impact level: | |
| Daily activities involving average walking, with the ability to vary speed or walking pattern. Example: Going to the shops, confident outdoor walking. | |
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3. High Impact level: | |
| Daily activities involving fast walking, jogging and climbing stairs. Example: Light manual labor, recreational sports. | |
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4. Extreme Impact level: | |
| Daily activities involving rigorous walking, running and heavy lifting. Example: Heavy manual labor including lifting, track and field sports. | |
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| Please note, these are Ossur guidelines only, not an exact prescriptive tool. Product suggestions are based on the most common amputation levels. | |