Psychological Readiness for Prosthetics: What Doctors Should Screen

A prosthesis can restore movement, but it cannot work alone. The mind must be ready to learn, adapt, and trust the body again. When psychological readiness is ignored, even a well-fitted device may stay unused, while frustration and disappointment grow. For doctors, screening mental and emotional readiness is not extra work; it is part of […]
Phantom Pain and Neuropathic Pain: Does It Affect Prosthetic Eligibility?

Pain after amputation is one of the most confusing and emotionally difficult experiences for patients. Many people expect pain to come from the surgical area, yet they feel pain in a limb that no longer exists. Others experience burning, stabbing, or electric sensations that seem to come from deep inside the nerves. These experiences raise […]
BMI, Strength, and Endurance Thresholds for Prosthetic Candidates

Prosthetic success does not depend on technology alone. It depends on whether the body can safely carry, control, and sustain the effort that a prosthetic demands every day. For doctors and rehabilitation teams, this means looking closely at body weight, muscle strength, and endurance before prescribing a device. These physical factors shape safety, comfort, and […]
Vascular Status and Wound Healing: Medical Clearance for Prosthetic Fit

A prosthetic fit succeeds or fails long before the socket is made. It depends on blood flow, tissue health, and the quiet day-to-day signs of healing that tell a doctor whether the body is ready to accept load. When vascular status is weak or wounds are unstable, even the best device will struggle. For MDs, […]
Cognitive Function & Prosthetic Use: Screening Tools for Doctors

A prosthetic device does not work through muscles alone. It works through the brain. Every step, grip, and adjustment depends on attention, memory, judgment, and learning. When cognitive function is reduced, even a well-designed prosthetic can become unsafe or unusable. For doctors involved in amputee care, understanding cognition is just as important as understanding strength […]