Attachment of Dermatos® Prosthetics
| Fingers, hands, partial hands, feet and partial feet prosthetics are
usually attached by suction and form fitting over the residual limb. Since Dermatos® prosthetics are custom-made, the fit is extremely comfortable as well as secure. Prosthetic arms or legs can be attached in many different ways. For these prosthetics, each patient is evaluated by an on-staff American Board Certified Prosthetist in order to determine the best suspension option. |
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| A Dermatos® prosthesis can be worn all day before they are removed at the end of the day to allow for the residual limb to breathe. | ||
Covering Existing Prosthetic Devices with Dermatos®
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Many patients have become accustomed to the fit and weight of their existing prosthesis but wish to enhance its appearance. In these cases we can create Dermatos® skin to fit over an existing socket or prosthesis without changing the fit. |
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| To see photographs of Dermatos® myoelectric skin covers click here. |
Click for video Existing myoelectric (electronic) and hook prosthetics can also be covered with Dermatos®. Hook wearers can even remove their Dermatos® hand prosthesis and attach the hook when use of the hook is desired. |
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