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An amputation changes the way you move, but it doesn't mean you lose your enjoyment and freedom, not even on the dance floor. More and more prosthesis wearers are choosing their own prosthetist or prosthesis center, because with expert guidance and a well-fitting prosthesis, you can often do much more than you think, from everyday activities to dancing and sports.
At Amputee Care Center (by Spronken), every prosthesis wearer or amputee can come to us for free prosthesis advice. You can easily make an appointment. We provide advice, customize your arm or leg prosthesis, arrange reimbursement or compensation with your insurance company in Belgium or the Netherlands, and guide you in achieving your goals. We offer a special service for our international clientele. Discover what is possible for you with a no-obligation introductory meeting, an online consultation, or a free second opinion.
Contact us by completing the Contact Form or by calling +32 (0)470 500 888. We are at your service.
Dancing is biomechanically complex as a form of movement. Your body must be able to stabilize, move in a controlled manner, respond smoothly, and maintain rhythm and timing at the same time. Whereas sports are often about strength and performance, dancing is much more about control and fine coordination.
For someone with a prosthesis, this means you are challenged to discover new possibilities and boundaries. A prosthesis not only replaces a limb in function and aesthetics, but also determines how movement and stability are experienced. It is therefore very important to choose a prosthesis that fits you and your body perfectly.
A daily prosthetic leg (for dynamic prosthesis wearers) is designed for walking, running, and functioning in everyday life. However, dancing requires much more range of motion: rolling, turning, bending, stretching, balancing on one leg, smooth transitions, and sometimes even jumping. This means that the fit, stability, rotation control, and shock absorption of the prosthesis all influence how you can dance.
Yes, of course! At the Amputee Care Center (by Spronken), we tailor your lower leg prosthesis entirely to your wishes. For children and adults who wear a lower leg prosthesis, foot and ankle movement is particularly important when dancing. A foot that is too stiff provides security but limits flexibility. A dynamic foot can support movement, but requires more control of the body. How the prosthesis moves and how comfortable it is are essential, because dancing involves movements with higher pressure and shear loads. At Amputee Care Center, we specialize in designing and manufacturing personalized and specialized prostheses, and we tailor your prosthesis and foot to your needs and requirements. Discover new possibilities and make an appointment with one of our lower limb specialists, without obligation.
Are you looking for a high-end foot? Then the Lunaris foot from Axiles Bionics might be just what you need. The Lunaris prosthetic foot offers natural movement with a 39° range, elastic tendon for shock absorption, and adaptation to the dance floor. Smart sensors and an app provide personal data for maintenance. Users experience improved stability, comfort, and less fatigue.
Amateur dancers often have a prosthetic leg with a hydraulic knee or electronically controlled MCK or Powerknee. A custom-made dynamic prosthetic leg with knee offers stable support and smooth flexion, allowing you to perform basic steps without stumbling. We will adjust your prosthesis properly in our gait laboratory and give you tips and advice. A movement analysis is free of charge! Take advantage of it!
For active children, young and athletic people, amateur and professional dancers, we at the Amputee Care Center always choose a microprocessor-controlled knee from a global range of options. A modern knee with sensors that dynamically adapts to your speed and rhythm, perfect for athletic children and adults who love to dance, have fun, and want to go all out!
The Amputee Care Center - BeNeLux prosthetics center - offers a wide range of advanced models and high-end premium brands. Here are some top choices that our prosthesis wearers and coaches are very happy with:
With arm prostheses, balance, body image, freedom of movement, and sometimes aesthetics play a role, depending on your dance style. Whether you opt for a bionic look, a new cover print, or a silicone, lifelike arm, we make every arm prosthesis unique.
Not everyone who dances and has an arm amputation needs a special dance prosthesis, but sometimes it can help to increase confidence or flexibility. Children and young people with a bionic, myoelectric hero arm change covers more often, adapting them to their dance style and trends. A myoelectric or bionic forearm prosthesis is most popular with children and trendy adults. Fun covers, with magnetic attachments, make every occasion a party. Discover the next-gen possibilities during an introductory meeting.
Contact us by completing the Contact Form or by calling +32 (0)470 500 888. We are at your service.
Most children and adults simply dance with their everyday prosthesis. A good prosthetist can adjust your prosthesis so that you can move around easily on the dance floor.
Expert guidance and analysis in our gait laboratory is essential for leg prosthesis wearers, because dancing is not only about strength and balance, but also about how forces are transmitted to the body via the prosthesis. Every step, turn, and landing puts stress back on the stump and the body. That is why the technology of the prosthesis plays a direct role in how freely and controlled someone can move.
The following are important technical factors for leg prostheses:
With a thigh prosthesis (prosthesis with knee), the knee system (mechanical or microprocessor MCK-MPK) also has a major influence on how you move. Based on your wishes, we will work with you to determine how we can optimize your current prosthesis or which other type of prosthesis would be most suitable for you.
Not every dance style demands the same things from the body. Ballet, for example, requires precision, balance, controlled movement, and strong posture. Hip hop, on the other hand, is more about strength, rhythm, dynamics, and body control. Modern dance requires fluid, often larger movements with emotional expression, while ballroom dancing relies heavily on teamwork, timing, and leading or following.
This means that dancers with a prosthesis have to learn to use their bodies in a new way. Your weight is distributed differently and your body has to find a new balance. This is not a limitation, but a learning process in which technique, training, and guidance make a big difference. We are happy to help you with this; our specialists are here for you.
ody and brain must work together again
When dancing with a prosthesis, your muscles and technique are important, but your brain control must also adapt. Without a prosthesis, this happens through something we call proprioception, but with a prosthesis, it happens indirectly for that specific body part. Your brain relearns how to interpret signals from the stump, the liner, the socket, and the rest of the prosthesis, among other things. This requires training, repetition, and confidence.
Step by step, we help you at our BeNeLux prosthetic center in Genk, Belgium, with:
That process takes time, but it pays off in strength, control, and self-awareness.
Dancing should remain enjoyable, but also safe. A well-fitting prosthesis and regular check-ups are essential. Growth plays a role, especially in children, and the fit must be reviewed regularly.
Pain, irritation, or uncertainty are signs that should be taken seriously. They do not mean you have to stop, but they do mean you need to evaluate and make adjustments. At Amputee Care Center, you can have your prosthesis checked annually free of charge. We offer comprehensive care. With children's prostheses, the guidance is often very intensive anyway. We would be happy to tell you more during a no-obligation introductory meeting or a free second opinion.
Contact us by completing the Contact Form or by calling +32 (0)470 500 888. We are at your service.
Dancing is not just about movement, but also about identity, self-confidence, pride, and daring to show yourself. For many people with an amputation, being able to dance means learning to appreciate their body again. It gives them freedom, pleasure, and a positive body image! For children, dancing and having fun are an essential part of their development.
Learning to move confidently, being seen as a dancer rather than as “someone with a disability,” experiencing applause, feeling pleasure in the body: this has a huge impact on self-image and emotional well-being.
No two bodies or amputations are the same. That is why dancing with a prosthesis always requires comprehensive care and customization. At the Amputee Care Center (ACC), we look at factors such as load capacity, goals, comfort, and desired dance style. This allows us to develop an approach and a prosthesis that suit who you are.
At the Amputee Care Center, we support children and adults every day who are looking for new opportunities and want to continue moving, playing sports, or dancing with their prosthesis. We help you find the right prosthesis and guidance. Our goal is always the same: to immediately improve your quality of life and see you go outside with a smile on your face.
Would you or your child like to dance with a prosthesis, or would you like to know what is possible in your situation? We would be happy to help you explore your options.
Contact us by completing the Contact Form or by calling +32 (0)470 500 888. We are at your service.
Spronken is a NEN-EN-ISO 13485-certified supplier of orthopaedic equipment. Over the past 60 years, Spronken has grown into one of the largest companies in the fields of orthoses, prostheses, mobility and state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment in Europe.
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