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Sports prostheses for children and juniors: ready for competition!

Children and teenagers with an amputation can be just as sporty and competitive as their peers. Although sport and competition can seem challenging with an amputation or congenital defect, an active and sporty lifestyle is definitely within reach with the right aids.
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How is a prosthesis made?

Making an arm prosthesis or leg prosthesis is a complex process that requires a high-tech orthopaedic workshop, a team of qualified and experienced prosthetists and prosthesis builders.
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Reimbursements of an electronic knee

An electronic knee has many benefits for active people with an upper-limb amputation. Reimbursement or reimbursement of the electronically controlled prosthetic knee, also known as a microprocessor controlled knee (MCK), is a great benefit that upper leg prosthesis wearers can now enjoy!
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Blade prostheses for running at ACC

At Amputee Care Centre (ACC), we get a lot of questions about the possibilities of a blade prosthesis. The blade prosthesis is a type of leg prosthesis designed specifically for running (walking).
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The possibilities of bionic prostheses at ACC

Bionic prostheses are one of the most groundbreaking developments in the world of orthopaedics in recent years. These prostheses are currently unrivalled in terms of functionality, comfort and control of the prosthesis.
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Applying for prosthesis reimbursement from Dutch health insurance

A frequently asked question we get at Amputee Care Center in Genk is whether our prostheses are reimbursed by Dutch health insurance companies. In the Netherlands, the reimbursement of prostheses is covered by the basic health insurance, with the type and extent of reimbursement depending on your coverage and additional insurances.
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