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A frequently asked question at the Amputee Care Centre in Genk is whether a prosthesis will be reimbursed or covered by the Belgian health insurance system.
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A sports prosthesis is designed to enable prosthesis wearers with an amputation to play and perform sports at a recreational or high level. These prostheses are optimised for different sports activities, ranging from running and sprinting to cycling, golf, tennis, water skiing, snowboarding or skiing.
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If you have had an amputation or have an arm or leg prosthesis due to congenital defect, a good prosthesis can significantly improve your quality of life. The cost of an arm or leg prosthesis at Amputee Care Center in Belgium can vary greatly, depending on the type of prosthesis, the level of amputation, and the technology used.
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A prosthesis can help you improve your quality of life as an amputee. At the Amputee Care Center (ACC), we focus on custom-made prostheses and innovative technologies. For example, we design arm or leg prostheses that are not only functional but also durable. However, how long a prosthesis lasts depends on several factors.
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Ricardo has been a proud prosthesis wearer for 20 years, ever since he lost his left leg due to vascular problems. Despite his amputation, he lives a rich and active life. Ricardo chooses not to let his amputation limit him and he still takes on new challenges almost daily.
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Life with an upper leg prosthesis after transfemoral amputation can be challenging. However, thanks to technological innovations such as the Microprocessor-Controlled Knee (MCK) electronic knee, these challenges can be significantly reduced.
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