Prosthesis for high amputation of geriatric patients

Title: Prosthesis for high amputation at geriatric patients Objectives: The aim of this work is to prove the importance of prosthetic device at geriatric pacients after amputation of the femoral part and comparison with functionality of knee joints at primary prosthesis, which can be applied according to the activity and financial possibili- ties of insurance companies in Czech Republic. Methods: For this pilot qualitative research will be applied empirical method and the use of controlled structured interview in probands with amputation in the thigh area. Results: After the amputation of femoral part, geriatric patients have got the opportunity for neces- sary prosthetic equipment and compensatory aid financially limited by the insurance com- panies. To live a full life, they are equipped with primary prosthesis, it is covered by insur- ance company and they can purchase the wheelchair from their own resources. Keywords: Amputation, prosthesis, knee joint, transfemoral amputation, compensatory aid, prosthesis ai