Houston Prosthetic Limbs

Prosthetic Legs & Arms

What is a prosthesis?

A prosthesis is a replacement of a missing limb by means of an artificial substitute.

Who fits a prosthesis?

A prosthetist is a trained healthcare practitioner who evaluates, fabricates, fit and adjusts prosthetic devices. All of CFM practitioners are state licensed and certified as mandated by Texas law.

Amputation Levels: Lower & Upper

LOWER

• Toe Filler- replaces a missing toe or toes
• Chopart Prosthesis- replaces a missing forefoot
• Symes Prosthesis- replaces a missing foot below the ankle
• Transtibial Prosthesis- replaces a missing leg below the knee
• Knee Disarticulation Prosthesis- replaces a missing leg at the knee
• Transfermoral Prosthesis-replaces a missing leg above the knee
• Hip Disarticulation Prosthesis- replaces a missing leg and hip joint

Video of Prosthetic Leg with Sam Houston State Design

"This is a veteran Sargent who we had the honor to make him a new leg! It truly is an honor to help the men and women who sacrifice their lives and limbs to protect our freedoms. He gave me permission to video him. Thank you Sargent!"
- Jason Falknor, CPO, LOP

UPPER

• Transradial Prosthesis- replaces a missing arm below the elbow joint
• Elbow Disarticulation Prosthesis- replaces a missing arm at the elbow joint
• Transhumeral Prosthesis- replaces a missing arm above the elbow joint
• Shoulder Disarticulation Prosthesis- replaces a missing arm above the shoulder joint
• Partial Hand/Finger Prosthesis- replaces a finger, fingers, hand or part of a hand

Construction of a Prosthesis: Endoskeletal or Exoskeletal

Exoskeletal prosthesis- It is made with a hard outer shell protecting the internal components of the prosthesis. It is indicated for a heavy-duty user such as a farmer, construction worker or mechanic.

Endoskeletal prosthesis- It is made with a soft outer surface. This is indicated for cosmetic reasons, light activities and is easily adjusted.

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