The Rightfit Prosthetics Initiative
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چکیده
Globally, there are over 10 million amputees, and over fifty percent are lowerlimb amputees, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Every year, over five-hundred thousand new lower extremity amputations result from traumatic injuries, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. In other countries with high prevalence of landmines, war, and natural disasters, trauma is the primary cause (Strait). Unfortunately, 80% of people who are in need of a prosthetic device are unable to obtain one (Necmioglu). Without a leg, patients are often unable to contribute to society, and many cannot afford to travel to a prosthetic clinic or pay for the device and its maintenance over time. To meet that need, we have developed an adjustable and modular thermoforming prosthetic socket that can be reshaped to maintain an intimate fit with the patient’s residual limb, thus maximizing function and comfort. With our device, we can help amputees integrate back into their communities worldwide.
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