Artificial Limbs

Across Wales there is currently a caseload of 3,500 artificial limb users. On referral to the service, all individuals are assessed. Where appropriate this will lead to the manufacture and provision of a suitable prosthesis and subsequent training to assist in it's use.

The service to patients in Wales is provided by a combination of NHS staff and staff employed by a specialist company.

 

• Individual assessment.
• The issue of an artificial limb where appropriate.
• Therapy to assist its use.
• Maintenance and repair.
• Regular reviews.

This service operates from the following centres: