With a prosthesis, the aim is to enable individuals to perform daily tasks and activities and go about in their social life without hindrance or drawing attention. Where loss of or congenital deformity of digits can limit function, it is intended that a silicone or 3D printed prosthesis can restore some functionality as well as improve aesthetics. At S.E.E. Prosthetics, we produce high quality aesthetic silicone, and ‘functional’ 3D printed digit prosthetics. These prostheses have many benefits to them, including:
• A secure hold so you’ll never have to worry about losing your prosthetic
• Extraordinary comfort and skin tolerance
• Able to be moulded to the anatomically correct shape
• Realistic aesthetic appearance
• Using an internal armature in a silicone prosthesis, may be bent to desired shape for specific function
By choosing S.E.E. Prosthetics, you will be provided with a prosthesis that is customised to fit the patient’s specific needs. The perfect fit of our prosthetic finger or toe means it is held in place by suction. This allows for precise movement and freedom to be restored.
A prosthetic finger or toe can make all the difference, just by appearance! It can alleviate insecurities and stresses due to pervasive thoughts revolving around the missing or congenitally affected digit. It is hoped that on completing prosthetic provision, an individual can refocus on the people and activities before them rather than fixating on their missing digit.
If you are in need or interested in discussing a custom fitted prosthesis, contact South east Essex Prosthetics at seeprosthetics.co.uk or Whatsapp on +447889831543.
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I am about to have a toe amputation (2nd) toe, and am considering a prosthetic toe. I am hoping a prosthetic toe would help to space out the remaining toe. I was wondering if a toe is available on the NHS and if not how much a toe is likely to cost.
Many Thanks
Sarah Godfrey
Hi Sarah. Thanks for your comment. You may be able to get one on the NHS from certain centres although this is not guaranteed. It depends on what services are provided and what the criteria are for prosthetic rehabilitation on the nhs at your particular center. With regards to going privately (for example with me), the price depends on the type of retention required. However as a guide, the total cost for treatment start to finish and inclusive of all stages costs £920 for a new prosthesis (not inclusive of the initial consultation which is £60). This is how much I currently charge. However I strongly recommend getting quotes from multiple practitioners to compare services and costs. Best of luck to you!
Hi … my son is currently recovering form trauma to his big toe. I was hoping for advice on a prosthetic big toe. Do they get stuck on with adhesive and will this stay on if he was to go swimming ? Its only really needed for when he is bear foot .
Hi Lesley
The retention method depends on how much was amputated. If there is a stump of any kind, simple suction can be utilised, with or without adhesive. If there is no stump, then eother adhesive to secure, or a sleeve of the ball of the foot can be used. The design can be discussed and selected during consultation and is decided on based on individual expectations and requirements. In short, there are a few retention options that can be offered, but they do not have to include adhesive