Below the Knee Prosthetic Legs in Kansas City
Your New Balance in Life
The ankle and foot are key to providing stability and balance to your body. While amputations can be life-altering, and often thought of as an end, at HOPE we see below the knee amputations in Kansas City as a new beginning to enhance your life. Maximizing your (in)ability to walk with comfort and ease.
Below the Knee Prosthetics
Building your prosthesis
Below the knee prosthesis, also known as a transtibial prosthesis, is for an amputation through the tibia, or shin bone. The prosthesis consists of a socket, alignable pylon, foot/ankle, and a form of suspension (how the prosthesis stays on your limb).
Below the Knee Prosthetic Options
Custom to your body & your goals
As with everything in the prosthetic field, the design of your prosthesis really depends on you. Depending on the activity level of the patient, there are categories that qualify a patient to receive specific prosthetic components (i.e. suspension methods, socket designs, prosthetic feet etc.). Your best move? Meet with us so we can create your custom solution.
Prosthesis Design Factors
Level of the amputation
Condition of your amputated limb
Functional ability prior to and post-amputation
Your desired hobbies and goals
Patient presentation
Insurance coverage
M. Miller
Above the knee amputee
M. Miller
Above the knee amputee
Living with a prosthesis is not easy at times, but choosing HOPE has made life so much easier. Everyone you meet is courteous, professional, and knowledgeable, from the front desk to the prosthetists. They are ready to help with any question or concern I have, whether simple or complex. In addition, HOPE’s main lab is in the area, which means a faster delivery for supplies. They are WONDERFUL!
M Uhlrig
Below the knee amputee
M Uhlrig
Below the knee amputee
M Uhlrig from Topeka. I have been a member of the H.O.P.E. practice for over 4 years now, coming from another “Nationally known” orthotic and prosthetic group. What I have found at H.O.P.E. is a more personalized approach to patient care. All the practitioners know their patients and take the time to actually guarantee a truly custom fit prosthesis. My doctor considered me to be a “hard to fit” type of patient when he referred me to H.O.P.E. and the staff there has given me a prosthesis that has ended the cycle of recurring staph infections and surgeries. Thanks to all the members of the H.O.P.E. staff from the front office to the physicians, to the technicians who actually build the product.
M. Thomas
Orthotic leg brace
M. Thomas
Orthotic leg brace
I am so fortunate to have found Hope when I moved to Kansas a decade ago. From my first visit till my last visit, less than 2 weeks ago, I have received the best care from the staff. They truly understand my needs and tailor creative solutions to resolve my issues in a timely fashion. In case of emergency, all I need to do is give a call and the friendly staff are waiting to attend to my crisis. Thank you, Hope for your care through the past years and the years to come!
D. Bolton
Orthotic leg brace
D. Bolton
Orthotic leg brace
Hope KC has been one of the best experiences of my journey of my AFO braces needs. They have taken the time to properly fit and make sure that they are making a long-term product to help with daily life. I have only had great experiences with hope from wanting to compete in triathlons to just wanting to keep up with my children. David has taken the time to hear about my needs and has tried to make me the best product he and fellow staff can.
S. Bradley
Below the knee amputee
S. Bradley
Below the knee amputee
Hope is family. I am a newer amputee and was very overwhelmed with adjusting to my new way of life. With the personal care of their excellent staff and custom fitting, they have me up and walking again. “The first step is the one you believe in” I believe in Hope.
A Process Designed
for Your Success.
Identify Your Goals & Needs
The prosthetic process will begin with you visiting with our practitioners to ask questions, discuss your goals and functional needs for your above knee prosthesis. We will help you determine which options are best suited for your needs.
Build a Custom Socket for Comfort
Once the optimal design is determined, an impression of your limb is obtained in order to create a customized socket for your prosthesis in Kansas City. A custom socket better ensures comfort during movement.
Fitting & Alignment
The clinician and technicians will utilize the impression and measurements of your limb to design and fabricate a custom socket. The socket will be set onto the components and a fitting or series of fittings will follow the optimal fit, function, and alignment are obtained. Once you and the clinician are satisfied with the fitting, the prosthesis is ready to be finished.
Proper Function & Fit
On delivery day, we will ensure your prosthesis is fitting and functioning properly before sending you home with your new device. We will follow up with you to adjust your fit and alignment as you progress, and to maintain the components of your above the knee prosthetic leg in Kansas City.