
Below Knee Artificial Limb
When a person loses their leg below the knee, they lose the will and ability to participate in daily life. Donate, help a patient walk and live again. TRANS-TIBIAL PROSTHESIS (BELOW KNEE ARTIFICIAL LIMB) Disability is a global issue and a significant public health problem. World Health Organization estimates a 15% of prevalence disability globally, with the majority of persons with disability (PWD) living in developing countries. Persons with lower limb disability require assistive devices in the form of orthoses and prostheses, without which they face activity limitations, participation restrictions, and can poorer health and quality of life. A Trans-Tibial Prosthesis (TTP), also called a below knee artificial limb, replaces a leg missing below the knee as a result of amputation, traumatic injuries, neuropathic disorders or birth defects. 5-15% PWDs in need have access to assistive devices in poor countries 446 TTPS per month are provided 66,000 Cost of TTP BENEFITS OF TTP Increases PWDs’ mobility, functioning & improves mental wellbeing Increases PWDs’ independence, self-determination, & participation in society Reduces economic burden for both hospitals & PWDs’ families
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