Prosthetics and orthopaedic materials manufacturers share the difference between prosthetics and orthoses


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Aug 01,2022

Prosthetics and orthopaedic materials manufacturers said that the main differences between prosthetics and orthotics are different in nature, purpose and function, and applicable objects, as follows:

Prosthetics and orthopaedic materials manufacturers said that the main differences between prosthetics and orthotics are different in nature, purpose and function, and applicable objects, as follows:
1. Different nature
Prosthetics and orthopaedic materials manufacturers emphasize that prosthetics refer to artificial prostheses specially designed and fabricated to make up for amputees or incomplete limb defects by engineering means and methods. Orthosis refers to the general term for external devices assembled on the limbs, trunk and other parts of the human body.

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2. The purpose is different
Prosthetics and orthopaedic materials manufacturers said that the main function of prosthetics is to replace part of the function of the lost limb, so that amputees can restore a certain degree of self-care and work ability. The purpose of orthoses is to prevent or correct deformities of the limbs or trunk or to treat bone, joint and neuromuscular diseases and to compensate for their function.
3. The applicable objects are different
Prosthetics and orthopaedic materials manufacturers said that prosthetics are suitable for amputees due to diseases, traffic accidents, industrial accidents, sports injuries and other reasons. Orthotics are suitable for people who need to correct deformities of the limbs, trunk or treat bone, joint and neuromuscular diseases.

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