A foot prosthesis is a modern assistive rehabilitation device designed to restore the supporting function of the lower limb after partial or complete amputation of the foot. Modern technologies make it possible to compensate for the lost part of the foot, restore stability while walking, improve movement biomechanics and significantly increase the patient’s quality of life.
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, foot prosthetics is provided free of charge under the state program of Ukraine. We support the patient at every stage of recovery — from the initial consultation and paperwork to the manufacture of an individual prosthesis, training in its use and comprehensive rehabilitation.
Every foot prosthesis is made individually, taking into account the level of amputation, the condition of the stump, gait characteristics, age, body weight, level of physical activity and the patient’s lifestyle.
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, most patients are able to receive a foot prosthesis free of charge under the state program for the provision of assistive rehabilitation devices.
We support the patient at every stage of receiving a prosthesis:
For many years, the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” has been helping people after amputation regain freedom of movement and confidence in themselves. During this time, more than 15,000 patients from all over Ukraine have undergone modern prosthetics and rehabilitation at our center.
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Foot prosthetics is performed after partial or complete amputation of the foot, regardless of the cause of limb loss. The main indications are:
After the examination, the center’s specialists determine the most suitable foot prosthesis design, taking into account the level of amputation, the condition of the stump and the patient’s functional needs.
The All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” manufactures modern foot prostheses for various levels of amputation.
We provide prosthetics:
Every prosthesis is designed individually, taking into account the level of amputation, the condition of the stump, physical activity and the patient’s lifestyle.
A Chopart amputation is one of the most complex types of partial foot amputation. At this level of amputation the hindfoot is preserved, but the person loses the midfoot and forefoot, which significantly affects walking biomechanics.
Without proper prosthetics, gait disturbance gradually develops, the load on the ankle, knee and hip joints increases, and the risk of contractures and secondary deformities grows.
The All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” manufactures individual prostheses after a Chopart amputation that make it possible to compensate for the lost functions of the foot as fully as possible.
When designing the structure, specialists take into account:
A properly made prosthesis after a Chopart amputation helps to:
Every prosthesis goes through several stages of fitting and individual adjustment, which makes it possible to achieve maximum comfort in use.
A Lisfranc amputation involves the loss of the forefoot while most of the supporting surface is preserved. Despite the relatively small extent of the amputation, the person loses the ability to perform a full roll-over of the foot while walking, which significantly affects stability and load distribution.
The All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” manufactures modern prostheses after a Lisfranc amputation that make it possible to restore foot function as fully as possible and improve the patient’s quality of life.
The main objectives of such prosthetics are:
The design of the prosthesis is selected individually, taking into account the characteristics of the stump, the patient’s activity level and everyday needs.
A Pirogov amputation belongs to osteoplastic operations in which the weight-bearing capacity of the stump is preserved through the use of the calcaneus. Despite the preserved ability to bear partial weight, most patients need a properly selected prosthesis to restore full walking biomechanics.
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, specialists have experience in fitting patients after a Pirogov amputation and select the design with the specifics of this operation in mind.
A properly made prosthesis makes it possible to:
Every prosthesis after a Pirogov amputation is made individually following a comprehensive examination of the patient and several stages of fitting.
After a partial amputation, many patients believe that special prosthetics is not required. However, the absence of a properly selected prosthesis can lead to disturbed walking biomechanics, joint overload, back pain, the formation of contractures and accelerated wear of the healthy limb.
An individually made foot prosthesis helps restore the natural function of the limb, improve stability, reduce the load on the joints and significantly increase quality of life.
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, the patient goes through the full path of recovery — from the initial consultation to the manufacture of an individual prosthesis, training in its use and comprehensive rehabilitation.
The first stage is a consultation with an orthopedic doctor and a prosthetics technician.
During the appointment, the specialists:
After the examination, the necessary measurements are taken and the manufacture of the individual prosthesis begins.
During the design process, the specialists take into account:
Every foot prosthesis is created individually, which makes it possible to ensure a comfortable fit, correct walking biomechanics and high functionality.
After manufacture, several fitting stages are carried out.
During the fittings, the specialists:
If necessary, the design is refined until the most comfortable result is achieved.
After the finished device is handed over, training in the use of the prosthesis begins.
During the sessions, the patient learns to:
The effectiveness, comfort and durability of a foot prosthesis largely depend on properly selected components. The All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia” uses modern components from leading global manufacturers Ottobock (Germany), Streifeneder (Germany), Teufel (Germany), Fillauer (USA) and other companies, selected individually with regard to the level of amputation, body weight, physical activity and the patient’s lifestyle.
The right choice of components makes it possible to restore the natural biomechanics of walking as fully as possible, increase stability, reduce the load on the joints and make using the prosthesis comfortable in everyday life.
The prosthetic foot is the main functional element of the structure and is responsible for stability, shock absorption, a smooth roll-over and energy return while walking.
Depending on the patient’s activity level, the center’s specialists use various models of modern prosthetic feet.
Even with a partial foot amputation, properly organized rehabilitation plays an important role in restoring the full function of the limb.
Our center’s specialists help patients to:
Comprehensive rehabilitation makes it possible to adapt to the prosthesis much faster and return to normal life.
At the All-Ukrainian Center for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics “Zdorovia”, we support the patient not only while the prosthesis is being made, but also after it has been received.
All manufactured foot prostheses come with a 1-year warranty.
During the warranty period, the center’s specialists provide:
Regular check-ups make it possible to assess the condition of the device in good time and adjust it when necessary.
After the standard service life expires, the patient is entitled to a free replacement of the prosthesis under the state program for the provision of assistive rehabilitation devices.
For most prosthetic and orthopedic devices, the standard service life is 3 years.
The specialists of the “Zdorovia” Center help to go through the entire re-provision process:
This approach allows the patient to receive modern prostheses in good time that match their current condition and activity level.
After a foot amputation, the body begins to adapt to the changed load. If a prosthesis is not used for a long time, the gait gradually changes and the load on the healthy leg, the knee and hip joints and the spine increases. This can lead to chronic pain and the development of secondary orthopedic problems.
In the absence of medical contraindications, it is recommended to start preparing for prosthetics as early as possible.
Before a foot prosthesis is made, it is important to fully heal the postoperative wound, reduce swelling and prepare the stump for load. The following are of great importance:
The better the stump is prepared, the faster adaptation to the prosthesis takes place.
Even at the same level of amputation, the design of the prosthesis can differ significantly. During the design process, specialists take into account:
That is exactly why there are no universal solutions — every foot prosthesis is made individually.
After a foot amputation, the load on the limbs is distributed differently. If the prosthesis is made incorrectly or the patient does not use it at all, the load on the ankle, knee and hip joints as well as on the spine increases significantly.
An individually made prosthesis helps restore correct walking biomechanics and reduce the risk of secondary musculoskeletal disorders.
Even after a partial foot amputation, the body needs time to get used to the new biomechanics of movement. During rehabilitation, the patient learns to:
Comprehensive rehabilitation significantly shortens the adaptation period and helps you return to your usual life faster.
A modern foot prosthesis should provide comfortable walking without constant pain or pronounced pressure. If during use you experience:
you should contact the center’s specialists for an examination and adjustment of the structure.
Even after successful prosthetics, it is recommended to visit a prosthetics technician regularly. Over time, the following may change:
Timely adjustment makes it possible to avoid discomfort and significantly extend the service life of the prosthesis.
A properly made prosthesis after a foot amputation allows most patients to move freely, work, travel, play sports and lead their usual lifestyle.
Modern prosthetic technologies help restore limb function as fully as possible, preserve a natural gait and give the person confidence in every step.
Answers to popular questions about foot prosthetics
Yes, at some levels of amputation a person can move around without a prosthesis. However, prolonged walking without a properly selected prosthesis often leads to gait disturbance, overload of the healthy leg and the development of pain in the joints and spine. That is why specialists recommend using a prosthesis to restore correct movement biomechanics.
Orthopedic shoes and custom insoles help with foot deformities, but they cannot compensate for a lost segment of the limb. A foot prosthesis is intended specifically to restore the lost part of the foot, bring back the supporting function and a normal gait.
In most cases, yes. The design of modern prostheses allows regular everyday shoes to be worn, although the choice of model depends on the level of amputation and the specifics of the prosthesis design. The center’s specialists will give individual recommendations once the device has been made.
Prosthetics begins after the postoperative wound has fully healed, swelling has decreased and the stump has been prepared for load. The exact timing is determined by the doctor individually for each patient.
Yes. After completing rehabilitation, many patients return to an active lifestyle, including swimming, fitness, cycling, hiking and other types of physical activity. The design of the prosthesis is selected with the expected loads in mind.
Yes. If the stump has changed significantly in shape or volume, this may affect the comfort and safety of using the prosthesis. In such cases, specialists carry out an adjustment and, if necessary, recommend making a new socket or replacing the device.
With proper use and regular maintenance, the prosthesis is used throughout its standard service life. Once it expires, the patient is entitled to a free replacement of the prosthesis under the state program if the relevant indications are present.
Yes. Citizens of Ukraine who have the relevant medical indications and the necessary documents can receive a foot prosthesis free of charge under the state program for the provision of assistive rehabilitation devices. The specialists of the “Zdorovia” Center will help complete the paperwork and support the patient at every stage of receiving the device.
