Nothing. A second opinion at Amputee Care Center is completely free and without obligation.
Welcome To Amputee Care Center
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An arm prosthesis, leg prosthesis, hand prosthesis or finger prosthesis is not a standard device. It is an extension of your body and your identity. It determines how you move, work, play sports, and how you feel in social situations. It even determines, subconsciously, how you look at yourself.
And yet... many people get their first prosthesis after an amputation without much choice or say. Logical, because at that moment your head is not in the right place. You want to be able to move on quickly. You trust the system.
But after a first or second prosthesis, new questions often arise:
Then it's time for a second opinion. Free. Independent. And completely tailored to you.
Contact us by completing the Contact Form or by calling +32 (0)470 500 888.
We are at your service.
A second opinion is not an assessment of your current prosthetist or doctor.
It is a fresh look at your situation. A moment to pause and look together: is your prosthesis still right? Can it be improved? Are there new techniques or models that suit you?
At Amputee Care Center, we really take the time for this. We listen to your story, your expectations and any complaints you may have. We analyse how your current prosthesis is performing. And if you wear a leg prosthesis, we perform a gait analysis in our own lab as standard.
So you will not get standard advice or commercial sales pitches, but an honest and well-considered evaluation, so that you can continue with confidence and comfort.
There are many reasons to consider a second opinion. Do you recognise yourself in any of these situations?
In all these cases, a second opinion can bring a lot of clarity and peace of mind. And often also: a better solution.
At Amputee Care Center, we combine more than 60 years of experience with the latest technology. But above all: we always start from the person behind the prosthesis.
That means:
Whether you stay with us or take the advice with you to your own prosthetist, you get insight and control in return.
Contact us by completing the Contact Form or by calling +32 (0)470 500 888.
We are at your service.
"I expect a prosthetist to be hands-on, look me straight in the eye and think along with me about solutions. That’s what I was looking for and that’s what I found!"J.N
We welcome anyone wearing a prosthesis or considering a prosthesis. Among others, we help:
We have special attention and expertise for people in complex situations: combinations of amputations, scar problems, skin irritation, changing body shapes, changed mobility needs or psychosocial impact. Here, too, we always look for a holistic and feasible solution.
Children and teenagers with a prosthesis not only grow physically, a lot also changes emotionally and socially. A child's prosthesis must therefore not only be functional, but also fit who they are becoming.
We therefore take extra time for:
Together with parents, we build solutions in which children feel free, safe and seen.
When getting a second opinion on a leg prosthesis, we perform a gait analysis in our own lab as standard. With this, we objectively measure:
This allows us to quickly see whether your prosthesis is still a good fit for your gait pattern and activity level. We can also let you try out test models and measure the difference. We immediately see if you can do better.
After a second opinion, you know where you stand. Sometimes your prosthesis still turns out to be well-tuned, then we tell you that too. Often we find that small adjustments or a new design make a world of difference.
You decide entirely what to do with our advice. Do you want to take it to your current provider prosthetist, consultant or orthopaedic technologist? Fine.
We carry out minor optimisations immediately. Without a price tag. Do you want to work with us on a new solution? Then we set everything in motion: from digital sizing to reimbursement application.
Without pressure. With respect for your pace and preference.
You don't have to have decided anything yet. Maybe you're just looking for information. Or you just want to check whether you can do better.
You are welcome to come by for a talk, a measurement or a second opinion. Just give us a call in advance. We will make sure that you immediately see the right prosthetics specialist and that there is enough time to analyse your needs and listen to your story.
No waiting time. No obligation. But care that is right - from person to person.
Contact us by completing the Contact Form or by calling +32 (0)470 500 888.
We are at your service.
You don't wear a prosthesis lightly. It has to fit your body, life and ambitions. Yet many prosthesis wearers - or parents of children with a prosthesis - feel insecure, frustrated or unheard. A second opinion can then bring clarification and confidence.
Below we answer some questions we often get from people who come to us for an independent, fresh look.
Nothing. A second opinion at Amputee Care Center is completely free and without obligation.
You can have your arm or leg prosthesis measured and manufactured at a specialised orthopaedic workshop, bandage maker-prosthesis maker such as Amputee Care Center by Spronken. You do not need a referral letter from your GP or medical specialist to seek advice. You do need a medical prescription or prescription from your doctor if you want to seek reimbursement or reimbursement - for a new prosthesis - from your insurance company.
No. You can choose the company (prosthesis centre or prosthesis maker) that makes an arm or leg prosthesis for you. According to European patients' rights, every patient has the freedom to decide by which (recognised) orthopaedic technologist-bandage maker they want to be helped. This means you are not tied to a specific orthopaedic company that your doctor, surgeon rehabilitation doctor, physiotherapist or insurer recommends.
Before getting a new prosthesis made, it is wise to compare different orthopaedic companies (prosthetists) - such as the Amputee Care Center by Spronken - and make an informed choice based on their expertise, experience and available technologies.
It is quite possible. If you find that your arm prosthesis does not move naturally, is uncomfortable or does not meet your daily needs, it pays to get a second opinion. There are constant technological improvements - from finer controls to greater comfort. Together, we will see if there is a solution that better suits your body and lifestyle.
In a specialised second opinion centre - such as the Amputee Care Center - or a prosthetic expertise centre, you can often test different brands and types of knees and feet, regardless of commercial interests. You will get independent advice based on your running style, comfort, activities and goals. This way, you will discover what really suits you - not what is standard. Feel free to contact us for a test moment or an informal meeting.
Certainly! Would you like a different prosthetist-bandagist, prosthetist-maker or consultant than the one your doctor, physiotherapist, nurse or other healthcare provider suggests? Or have you already had a prosthetic made and are not satisfied? If so, look for a different prosthetist-treasurer! You can discuss this with your doctor or rehabilitation team, or you can simply contact the prosthetic centre or orthopaedic company of your choice yourself. Any qualified, licensed, prosthetist is authorised to work together. At the Amputee Care Center, they will be happy to tell you more about it in a no-obligation introductory meeting.
Below are the key points to consider when comparing prosthetist-bandagists. When choosing a prosthetics, orthopaedic company or bandagist-prosthetist that makes arm prostheses and leg prostheses (artificial arms and artificial legs), it is best to evaluate the following:
Amputee Care Center is known for meeting all the above conditions (and more).
Yes. If it turns out that your prosthesis could be better with a small adjustment, we can discuss it and possibly carry it out right away.
Yes. You can expect your prosthesis to support you, not hinder you. If you have pain, experience discomfort or the fit is not right, that is a valid reason to look further. Sometimes minor adjustments are enough - sometimes there is a better alternative. A second opinion - by a different prosthetist - can help solve the problem.
Is there something better available than what I am wearing now? The prosthetic world is evolving rapidly. From lighter materials to advanced bionic solutions. What seemed impossible yesterday is often feasible and affordable today. At the Amputee Care Center, we look with an open mind to see if there are better prostheses that better suit your situation. Then you decide where best to have your prosthesis made.
Children and adolescents grow not only physically, but also in their self-image, interests and abilities. We look at whether the current prosthesis is still evolving with their lives and what, if anything, could be improved. The Amputee Care Center is known for innovative children's prostheses and prosthetic solutions for adolescents.
Conflicting advice can be confusing. Our role is to bring clarity. We base ourselves on objective observation, more than 60 years of expertise ánd your experiences. So you get honest advice you can build on.
A new job, sporting goals, pregnancy, or simply a different lifestyle - these are all reasons to question your prosthesis. We help you recalibrate to what you need today.
Many people feel alienated or limited by their prosthesis. This feeling is a sign that something is not right. Together, we look for a solution that not only works, but also suits you.
This happens more often. A prosthesis can be technically sound but still not feel right. The cause is often pain, frustration or the feeling that the prosthesis does not fit. A second opinion helps to clarify where the problem lies and what might work. Together, we look for a solution that is feasible and wearable - literally and figuratively.
Yes. The Amputee Care Center offers a total range of various brands. The most expensive prostheses are high-tech models, with advanced sensors and controls, such as electronic knees, bionic arm prostheses and hand prostheses. The best prosthesis is the one that fits your body, life and goals. Sometimes a simpler model offers more comfort or reliability than a high-tech solution. A second opinion and personal advice is crucial to make the right choice before you decide.
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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