Considerations for Prosthetic Prescription

Question 1

Considerations when prescribing an upper limb prosthesis: Physical considerations

Answer 1

Length, strength, flexibility, and skin integrity of the residual limb
Hand dominance

Question 2

Considerations when prescribing an upper limb prosthesis: Social/cognitive considerations

Answer 2

Patient preference for cosmesis (appearance) and function
Motivation and attitude
Cognition

Question 3

Considerations when prescribing an upper limb prosthesis:

Practicality

Answer 3

Typical activities to be performed with the prosthesis (home, work, leisure)
Financial coverage