The Prosthetic Casting Laboratory in the Prosthetics and Assistive Devices Department is a specialized unit dedicated to manufacturing prosthetic limbs through the casting process, which requires precise techniques to ensure an ideal fit between the prosthetic and the patient's body. The laboratory aims to create custom prosthetic limbs that meet individual needs, considering comfort, biological compatibility, and functionality.
Activities carried out in this laboratory include:
- Prosthetic Limb Manufacturing: Using casting techniques to create custom prosthetics. This involves taking precise measurements of the residual limb (remaining part of the body) and then preparing a mold to shape the prosthetic limb.
- Analysis and Assessment: Evaluating the patient's needs in terms of design and function, ensuring that the prosthetic limb provides the necessary support and comfort.
- Innovation and Development: Researching the development of new materials and techniques to improve the quality of prosthetic limbs, making them more comfortable and effective.
- Adjustment and Customization: Modifying the prosthetic limbs after the casting process to ensure they fit the patient perfectly, providing solutions for individuals with special challenges.
Overall, the laboratory focuses on improving the quality of prosthetic limbs by applying advanced techniques and custom designs to meet patients' needs, thus enhancing their ability to perform daily activities.