At Ottobock Care, we understand that when your child needs prosthetic services, you're looking for compassionate care, expert guidance, and solutions that support their unique growth and development. Our dedicated pediatric team is here to walk alongside your family, providing a friendly and supportive environment where your child can thrive with confidence and independence. We combine decades of experience with innovative technology to create personalized prosthetic solutions that help children explore, play, and achieve their fullest potential.
Little Steps, Big Adventures
Pediatric Prosthetics at Ottobock Care
Our Prosthetic Services for Children
We provide a wide array of prosthetic services tailored specifically for children, focusing on maximizing their mobility, comfort, and participation in daily life:
Custom-Designed Prostheses
Each prosthesis is custom-fabricated to fit your child's unique anatomy and lifestyle, considering their age, activity level, and specific goals. We specialize in custom socket fabrication to ensure a perfect fit as children grow.
Sports & High-Activity Prosthetics
Specialized prostheses engineered for performance, durability, and responsiveness, allowing children to participate in sports and recreational activities.
Upper Extremity Prosthetics
Solutions designed to help children regain function and confidence in daily activities. This includes passive prostheses for infants, body-powered devices for toddlers and preschoolers, and more advanced myoelectric options for school-aged children and adolescents. We offer solutions for above-the-elbow, hand & fingers, below-the-elbow, and shoulder prosthetics.
Ongoing Adjustments and Maintenance
As your child grows, their prosthesis will need adjustments and sometimes replacement. We provide continuous care to ensure optimal fit and function.
Lower Extremity Prosthetics
Enhancing mobility and stability with prosthetic legs, including solutions for transfemoral (above knee), knee, transtibial (below knee), foot & toe, hip disarticulation, and ankle prosthetics, utilizing the latest socket technologies.
A Developmental Approach
Ideal Age for Kid's Prosthetics
The "ideal" age for a child to receive a prosthesis is often tied to their developmental milestones and specific needs. Our team will work with your family to determine the most appropriate timing and type of device for your child. Here's a general guide:
Infants (Up to 18 Months): For our youngest patients, we often recommend passive prostheses. These lightweight devices are designed to assist with balance, aid in sitting, crawling, and eventually standing, and promote early bimanual activities. They help infants adapt to the presence of a prosthesis from a very early age.
Toddlers (18 Months to 3 Years) & Preschoolers (3 to 6 Years): As children become more active and develop greater motor skills, body-powered devices are often introduced. These prostheses utilize body movements to operate terminal devices (like hooks or hands) and empower children to grasp objects, play, and become more independent in daily tasks.
School-Aged Children & Adolescents (6 Years and Older): For older children and teenagers, more advanced options like myoelectric prostheses may be considered. These devices use signals from muscles to control powered hands or elbows, offering greater precision and functionality for complex activities and enhancing their participation in school, sports, and social life.
What to Expect
Your Child's Journey with Us
We strive to make the process as smooth and transparent as possible for you and your child:
Initial Consultation & Needs Assessment: We begin by listening to your family's needs, understanding your child's goals, and performing a thorough evaluation.
Personalized Treatment Plan: Our experts will discuss the best prosthetic solutions tailored to your child, explaining options and answering all your questions.
Measurement & Fabrication: Precise measurements are taken, and your child's custom prosthesis is meticulously fabricated in our state-of-the-art labs.
Fitting & Training: We ensure the perfect fit and provide comprehensive guidance on how to use and care for the prosthesis, empowering both your child and your family.
Ongoing Support & Follow-Up: Your child's needs will change as they grow. We provide continuous follow-up appointments, adjustments, and support to ensure their prosthetic device continues to serve them well.
Why Choose Ottobock Care for Your Child's Prosthetic Needs?
Kid-Focused, Family-Friendly Environment: We prioritize creating a comfortable and engaging experience for your child, ensuring they feel safe and understood throughout their journey. Our clinics are designed with families in mind.
Specialized Pediatric Expertise: Children's bodies are constantly growing and changing, and their prosthetic needs are unique. Our certified pediatric prosthetists specialize in designing and fitting devices that accommodate these changes, supporting various activity levels, athletic interests, and capabilities.
Personalized Solutions for Growing Lives: We offer a comprehensive range of custom prosthetic solutions, from upper and lower limb prostheses to specialized devices for high-activity children. We utilize the latest technologies and work with a variety of manufacturers to ensure the best fit and functionality for your child.
Holistic Support Beyond the Device: Our commitment extends beyond just providing a prosthesis. We offer ongoing support, adjustments, and guidance as your child grows, ensuring their device continues to meet their evolving needs. We're here to help your family navigate every step of the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Whether you're exploring care options for the first time or looking for a team who truly listens, we’re here for you. Let’s talk about how we can support your journey.
