A femoral prosthesis is a modern technical rehabilitation device designed for patients after amputation of the lower limb above the knee joint. Thanks to advances in technology, modern above-knee prostheses make it possible to regain independence, walk confidently, work, play sports and lead an active lifestyle.
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, femoral prosthetics is provided free of charge under the state program of Ukraine. We accompany the patient at every stage of recovery — from the first consultation and paperwork to the manufacture of an individual prosthesis, training in its use and comprehensive rehabilitation.
Every prosthesis after femoral amputation is made individually, taking into account the level of amputation, the condition of the residual limb, the patient’s age, weight, level of physical activity, occupation and lifestyle. This approach makes it possible to achieve maximum comfort, safe walking and natural movement biomechanics.
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, patients can receive a femoral prosthesis free of charge thanks to the state program for the provision of technical rehabilitation devices.
We accompany the patient at every stage:
The All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” has already helped more than 15,000 patients regain freedom of movement after amputation.
We are chosen thanks to:
Femoral prosthetics is performed for patients after amputation of the leg above the knee joint, regardless of the cause of limb loss. The most common indications are:
Regardless of the cause of amputation, our center’s specialists select the above-knee prosthesis individually, guided by medical indications, the patient’s physical capabilities and their recovery goals.
The choice of a femoral prosthesis is always made individually. There is no universal design that suits every patient equally. Even with the same level of amputation, the requirements for a prosthesis may differ significantly.
During the consultation, the specialists of the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” assess:
The functionality, safety and comfort of a femoral prosthesis largely depend on properly selected components. The All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” uses modern components from leading global manufacturers.
All components are selected individually, taking into account the level of amputation, the condition of the residual limb, age, weight, physical activity and the patient’s lifestyle. This approach makes it possible to produce an above-knee prosthesis that provides stability, a natural gait and maximum comfort in everyday use.
The knee module is one of the key elements of a femoral prosthesis, responsible for stability, smooth movement and safety while walking.
Depending on medical indications and the patient’s activity level, our center’s specialists use modern mechanical, hydraulic and microprocessor knee modules.
We work with models such as Dynion 3R85, Sensor Knee, KnieAgil R1, Symphony Knee, AT Plus Knie, Kinegen Stream, C-Leg 4, Genium X3, Genium X4 and other modern systems, which make it possible to find an optimal solution for virtually any level of motor activity.
High femoral amputation is among the most complex types of prosthetics. The higher the level of amputation, the harder it is to restore natural movement biomechanics, maintain stability and ensure comfortable walking.
The All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” has accumulated extensive practical experience in making prostheses after high femoral amputation.
Every such case requires individual design of the structure, precise adjustment of all elements of the prosthesis and comprehensive rehabilitation of the patient.
Thanks to modern technologies, even after a high amputation it is possible to restore independent walking, increase mobility and significantly improve quality of life.
One of the most complex areas of modern prosthetic and orthopedic care is prosthetics after hip disarticulation.
This type of amputation involves the complete loss of the femur and the hip joint, and therefore requires the manufacture of an individual, highly functional structure and lengthy rehabilitation.
The All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” is one of the few centers in Ukraine that successfully performs prosthetics for patients after hip disarticulation.
An individual solution is developed for each patient, taking into account:
Working with such patients requires highly qualified specialists, the use of modern technologies and extensive practical experience.
Another area requiring a particularly professional approach is prosthetics for patients after bilateral high amputation of the lower limbs.
Such cases are considered among the most complex in global prosthetic practice, since they require precise adjustment of two prostheses at once, restoration of balance and lengthy comprehensive rehabilitation.
Our center’s specialists have experience working with such patients and help them gradually restore the ability to move independently.
A comprehensive approach, modern components and an individual rehabilitation program make it possible to significantly increase mobility and independence even after the most severe amputations.
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, every patient goes through a full recovery cycle — from the initial consultation to adapting to the new prosthesis.
The first stage is a consultation with an orthopedic doctor and a prosthetic technician.
During the appointment, the specialists:
After the necessary measurements have been taken, work begins on the individual prosthetic socket and the selection of components. Every femoral prosthesis is created individually.
During manufacture, the following are taken into account:
It is precisely individual manufacture that makes it possible to ensure maximum comfort and safe use of the prosthesis.
After manufacture, several fitting stages are carried out.
During the fittings, the specialists:
If necessary, the design is refined until the patient feels maximum comfort.
After the finished device is handed over, one of the most important stages begins — training in the use of the prosthesis.
The patient learns to:
Even the most modern above-knee prosthesis cannot fully realize its potential without professional rehabilitation.
That is why the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” pays great attention to the recovery of patients after amputation.
The rehabilitation program is selected individually and may include:
Our goal is not simply to teach a person to use a prosthesis, but to help them feel confident in their own abilities again and return to their usual way of life as fully as possible.
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, we continue to support the patient even after prosthetics is complete.
All manufactured femoral prostheses come with a 1-year warranty.
During the warranty period, the center’s specialists provide:
We recommend having regular check-ups so that the condition of the prosthetic socket, the knee module and other elements of the prosthesis can be assessed in good time.
After the service life expires, patients are entitled to a free replacement of the prosthesis under the state program for the provision of technical rehabilitation devices.
For most femoral prostheses, the standard service life is 3 years. Once this period ends, the patient can receive a new prosthesis free of charge again, provided the relevant medical indications are present.
Our center’s specialists help you through the entire re-provision process:
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, we understand that prosthetics is not only the manufacture of a technical rehabilitation device, but also the return of a person to a full life.
After amputation, muscles gradually lose strength and joints may become less mobile. If the start of prosthetics and rehabilitation is delayed for too long, the risk of contractures increases, physical condition deteriorates, and adapting to the prosthesis may take longer. Therefore, in the absence of medical contraindications, it is recommended to start preparing for prosthetics as early as possible.
How comfortable and safe the prosthesis will be depends directly on the condition of the residual limb. It is important to follow the doctor’s recommendations on skin care, monitor the condition of the postoperative scar, maintain joint mobility and perform the exercises recommended by the rehabilitation specialist. A well-prepared residual limb makes it easier to produce an individual socket and speeds up adaptation to the prosthesis.
Even if two patients have the same level of amputation, the design of the prosthesis may differ significantly. Selection takes into account age, body weight, level of physical activity, occupation, lifestyle, the condition of the residual limb and rehabilitation goals. That is precisely why every femoral prosthesis is made individually.
After the prosthesis is made, several stages of fitting and adjustment are carried out. Specialists set the height of the structure, the position of the foot, the operation of the knee module and the fit of the prosthetic socket. Only a properly adjusted prosthesis provides stability, safety and comfort while walking.
Even the most modern above-knee prosthesis cannot fully realize its potential without rehabilitation. During sessions, the patient learns to transfer body weight correctly, maintain balance, walk on various surfaces, climb stairs and use the prosthesis safely in everyday life.
In the first weeks, using the prosthesis may feel unfamiliar. This is a normal stage of recovery. Gradually the muscles grow stronger, the body gets used to the new load, movements become more confident and walking becomes more natural. The speed of adaptation is individual and depends on the level of amputation, health status and how regularly you train.
After receiving the prosthesis, it is important to visit the prosthetic technician periodically. Over time, the residual limb may change shape and volume, which affects the fit of the prosthetic socket. Timely adjustment helps avoid chafing and discomfort and preserves the maximum functionality of the prosthesis.
A modern femoral prosthesis helps restore independence and return to work, study, sports and everyday activity. With a properly selected design, professional rehabilitation and the support of specialists, most patients regain confidence in movement and significantly improve their quality of life.
Answers to popular questions about femoral prosthetics
With an above-knee amputation, a person loses not only part of the leg but also the natural knee joint. The prosthesis therefore has to compensate for several functions at once — providing stability, leg flexion, safety while walking and correct load distribution. That is why rehabilitation after femoral amputation usually takes longer.
Comfort depends on more than the quality of the components. A properly made prosthetic socket, precise adjustment of the knee module, the choice of foot, the condition of the residual limb and professional rehabilitation all play a major role. Even the most modern prosthesis needs individual adjustment for the specific person.
It is the prosthetic socket that connects the residual limb to the prosthesis. If it is made incorrectly, pain, chafing, impaired circulation and instability while walking may occur. That is why each socket is made individually to the patient’s measurements and goes through several stages of fitting.
Yes. If the level of physical activity has changed or new medical indications have appeared, specialists can select different components or make a new prosthesis in accordance with current regulations and the state program.
It is during this period that a correct gait and the habit of using the prosthesis are formed. Regular sessions with a rehabilitation specialist allow you to adapt faster, reduce the load on the healthy leg and avoid incorrect weight distribution.
When walking with an above-knee prosthesis, the body uses significantly more energy than during ordinary walking. As you adapt, your muscles strengthen and the prosthesis is properly adjusted, endurance gradually increases.
Yes. In the first months after amputation, the volume of the residual limb often decreases, so additional adjustment or modification of the prosthetic socket may be required. That is precisely why it is so important to visit specialists regularly after receiving the prosthesis.
Yes, a significant increase or decrease in body weight can affect the fit of the prosthetic socket and the comfort of using the prosthesis. In such cases, it is recommended to see specialists for an examination and, if necessary, have the structure adjusted.
Yes. Modern femoral prostheses are designed for daily use. However, in the first weeks the wearing time is usually increased gradually so that the skin and soft tissue have time to adapt to the load.
It is not advisable to keep using the prosthesis through pain. The cause may be a change in the shape of the residual limb, a worn liner or the need to adjust the structure. In such a case, you should see a prosthetic technician for an examination and adjustment.
In many cases — yes. With a properly selected prosthesis, quality rehabilitation and regular training, the gait becomes considerably more natural. The degree of recovery depends on the level of amputation, health status and the patient’s individual characteristics.
Modern femoral prostheses allow most patients to move independently, travel, work, play sports and handle everyday tasks. After completing rehabilitation, many people return to their usual way of life.
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